Hi @Mark AdamsI would begin by looking on the internet for tax preparers in your area and setting up interviews with three of them.  

Either way, I already decided real estate was the next direction to build wealth long term and in general, after being a 'web developer, internet marketer' for many years.

With the advent of the internet, cell phones and bigger pockets we have come a long way. 

I have one simplysafe monitor system, but no camera.I am looking for cellular system so I do not need internet in the house and I can monitor the house remotely.Thanks for any suggestion.

By the way, free source of info #1: Internet research.

I've perused the internet on this topic quite a bit and know, in theory, I should be able to obtain one.

ok, so I have no experience besides what ive taught myself on the internet and listening to podcasts. 

My question is : does anyone have creative ideas for ways to use real estate investment as a positive social change vehicle?

I have seen them on the internet for $35 - $40 dollars.

Yes she sure might think it's not worth the hassle of going to court over......but there is almost no hassle in the few little clicks on the Internet it takes to send you to collections and ruin your credit.