@Garrett Minter Thank you for the tip.

Any advice, tips, or trade “secrets” that might help me find the right formula to be successful. 

Real Estate Taxation is nothing new and you can certainly find a local CPA that specializes in Real Estate.Below are some tips to find a Local CPA that specializes in real estate1) Attend a Local REIA / Real Estate meetup and see who other investors are using as a CPA2) Network with other investors from your City/State that you find on bigger pockets and see who they use as a CPA3) Look for CPA's with good google/yelp reviews where 'real estate' is mentioned in the review.You can verify your CPA is licensed by Michigan by visiting the following website - https://www.lara.michigan.gov/...You should only look for an out-of-state CPA after you take the above steps.

Here are a few tips I keep in mind.1.

I am currently interested in direct mail marketing, but would love any other tips for finding off market deals.

What things to focus on more, just any tips for a new real estate agent would be great. 

I had to call about 200 lenders (no exaggeration) to learn of 4 lenders who did this and I have some tips.

Then you pay them back with other funds over time using the annual gift limits.3.

If anything you may consider a gift card for resigning or a Holliday gift if you want to have some token of appreciation for them.  

Here are some tips on how to cut costs and keep your property above water!