Looking at lots listed for 15-25k in Texas satellite towns to initially hold then eventually build class A/B duplexes. 

To determine if the expense should be classified as a capital improvement or a deductible repair, the context of the expense is very important.An example is, if an item of expenditure is part of a general plan of modernization, renovation or rehabilitation to equipment or other business property, it typically must be capitalized even though on its own it would be currently deductible.According to IRS Code, expenses that you must capitalize are those that:Materially increase valueSubstantially prolong useful life (including replacement of deteriorating assets)Adapt the property to a new or different useHowever, you are allowed to deduct expenses and fees for routine maintenance and repairs that help keep the property in efficient operating condition.

I own a recently renovated 3 bed 1 bath  in the Greensboro area.

We're in FW, TX, and building duplexes to hold and rent.

The general plan is to BRRRR a duplex and rent one unit while living in the other.

I think many can be easily overcome like finding an attorney and contractors in the area, but the most interesting challenge I can think of is how to hire someone to deliver late payment notices one day a month.

I bought a place and the seller had to put in a new septic field, rest of it was fine.

Hello Pro BiggerPockets,I am new in  RE investment.

We only found out that early in the lease because of several maintenance issues shortly after the tenant moved in and we have had to go back and forth with the owner for monies to pay certain invoices.

Does anyone have any recommendations for a CPA experienced in real estate investing in the Austin/Round Rock area?