These are good questions, but keep in mind that a month of obsessive research is still the absolute tip of the iceberg.

I have been doing a lot of research on cost segregation studies including the DIY option and any additional color would be helpful.  

If I donated to aids health foundation and they spent the money on rent control instead of aids research or health care, I would be pissed.  

The key is to do what you are already doing - @Paloma Wodehouse - your research and find a good agent with 20+ years of experience and who really loves real estate.

And Stay consistent, wholesaling takes time, but the more deals you look at, the better you get.As a fellow wholesaler working to build strong relationships and find good deals, I can tell you that being honest, doing your research, and staying patient is the key.

If you’re unfamiliar with any of them I’d encourage you to do some research.

Quote from @Zach Howard: Hi, I'm researching financing options for non-US citizens who wish to purchase multifamily investment properties - around 4 units to start with, for example. 

I did some due diligent research on this company as I am also considering to use them due to low price but worried about scam.

It's fashionable - and tempting - to outsource tax research to AI.

Pacer.com is for researching if someone has filed bankruptcy or not.