One example I often recommend people do is target an area they'd like to buy in, and then find all the "for rent" signs in that area, research each property to figure out which ones have equity and (ideally) are owned by people (not companies), and then just ask each one if they've thought about selling.Glad to help Tom, and let us know if you have any other questions.

I’m looking for a thirty-year fixed loan with an interest rate at 4.5% or below (I know it's out there since I did it three months ago) and I do not want to pay more than one point for the rate (ideally zero).

I'm sure you're familiar with the usual recommendations of going to local meetups in your area and connecting with investors who invest in Indy, going through forum posts on here and network with folks that might be a good fit for you.

@Frank ZondloThe ideal combination of expertise is likely more important than the CPA's location.

I've got questions around:- Using a Partnership LLC to take advantage of the 20% pass through deduction- Creating an LLC as a holding company for my rentals and using accelerated depreciation to defer taxes so I can fund more deals- Creating a SoloK and maxing out the 55k/yr contributions- Accelerated depreciation on improvements to the portion of my house used for AirBnB- How to offset more of my W2 income (currently the majority of my income)Feel free to reach out if you think it's a good fit. 

If you would like we can talk more about what you are looking for and maybe find something that fits?

The property sounds ideal to short term rent (AirBnB), if Huntington Beach allowed.Additionally the local market is cooling off and shifting to a more balanced market, which will slow down your appreciation. 

I would offer to sign a new lease with both of them being jointly responsible for whatever length all parties feel is a good fit. 

I’m mostly looking for advice or insight on the greater Phoenix area flipping potential and if it would fit me.

Not every deal is a deal if it doesn't fit your criteria.