I'm pretty sure you can do BOI filings for free on the FinCen site.However, our CPA recommends possibly using a third-party service because many of them may make changes/updates (e.g., your address changes) easier. 

Assess their creditworthiness, financial stability, and experience in real estate.

Most basements get water in them at some point in my experience and I see “inadequate drainage”, “negative grading”, “recommend extending downspouts” etc. on most inspection reports.We had a property with a humid crawl space basement and set up a dehumidifier with a hose coming from it to a floor drain so that we didn’t have to keep emptying it’s tank all the time.

Any of you have experience with it? 

I'm not an educator whatsoever but feel free to reach out with any questions. 

Does anyone have experience in kitchen conversions, hospitality conversions, etc?

Ask how many units they manage and how much experience they have.

Experience.  

Looking to network with Investors who have experience with Land Banks throughout Connecticut.

I feel like hiring an attorney will be way more easier because they have the experience.