He relayed the recommendation he had received from another investor he works with and suggested i talk with that other local investor about his experience.1-4 unit properties provide many different options for refinancing but be prepared for your appraisal to not always hit exactly what you expect.

Any info is appreciated. any suggestion on a reliable source that I can get good info would be appreciated as well.

Any suggestions on creative ways to make this property work?

If youre counting on 3 to 5k repairs and are at the top of your budget....id suggest to walk away.

Now with 2 rental properties, I'm thinking that I should get my taxes done by an accountant.Any suggestions on doing it yourself vs going to an accountant?

Or I would suggest calling your local Keller Williams office and they will be able to provide you with a realtor that can fit your needs.

I would suggest building your initial portfolio with Single Family Homes and as your comfort level increases then move into multifamily. 

I don't have any books that I can recommend but I can give a suggestion.

If any one can give general advice and suggestion that would be really helpful so that when i talk to Tax accountant i can bring up options to him and get his opinions on it as well knowing most of you have already gone through that. 

If any one can give general advice and suggestion that would be really helpful so that when i talk to Tax accountant i can bring up options to him and get his opinions on it as well knowing most of you have already gone through that.Thank you