Do some research and interview them.

I use my two months rent upfront and the interview as a screener and never take anyone who wants to pay the security deposit in installments.

I am very happy about my decision and plan to buy more there, including one that I would turn into a vacation rental.I interviewed and worked with RE brokers, property managers and contractors through the phone and everything worked out well.

Diego,Can't help with a referral but I suggest that you interview several and find out their experience in this space.

Interview not only the broker/owner, but also the larger agents/teams in the office - what are their goals?  

I plan on calling and interviewing many of the Michigan hard money lenders listed on the BP database, though I also wanted to hear first hand of any good experiences. 

I would interview a few, pick one, and engage him/her for their time to tailor-fit an asset protection strategy if your assets are substantial and you're serious about asset protection and growing your real estate portfolio, rather creating a legal entity structure with free internet advice that a first year law student could poke holes through...

Interview at local brokerages.

A number of rentals that rise to the level of a trade or business doesn't automatically make the rental income subject to SE taxes...I agree with the other tax pros on this thread that your CPA doesn't seem to be giving good answers relating to trade or business case law, and that you may want to consider filing an extension and interviewing a few new CPAs/EAs in May or June.

While you might end up with the current as your final selection, you still need to interview them and make sure it is a good fit.