My uncle is part of the RHA and has found it helpful https://www.rhawa.org/I keep meaning to check it out but haven't since I can get so much second hand information off of him and others I know in real estate.

@Jay LindgrenRecommend exploring as many sources as possible to get referrals AND cross-reference them to get as much accurate information as possible.Check out NARPM.com, BP’s Property Manager Finder (BiggerPockets: The Real Estate Investing Social Network), etc.Also, encourage you to learn from the mistakes of others - by reading posts here on BiggerPockets about owners not having their expectations met by their current Property Management Company.

@Elizabeth Nolan, I certainly don't know your area, but I only see two items on your list that could potentially add any real value.Patio space: this only applies if there is not already any type of outdoor living space.  

Good morning, are there any Real Estate attorneys who operate in Northern Michigan on BiggerPockets, that you guys have used or are aware of?

Based on my knowledge of real estate and irrevocable trusts (not a whole lot but enough) it doesn't sound like there was anything done illegally.

You would file this final 1040 for the year 2022, including all income up to the date of death.For the year following their death (2023), if there is any income that the deceased person’s estate receives, this income would generally be reported on Form 1041, which is the U.S.

This would be my first real estate transaction. 

This latter group is called "REO" (for "real estate owned").

It offers immediate cash flow and diversification across different real estate classes and markets, freeing you from the headaches of active management.

It’s great that you’re ready to take the leap into real estate investing.