There is a big difference in a bird dog fee and a wholesaling fee so make sure you know the difference and the work involved with each.

Yes, paying but I like a contractual relationship rather than a mentor who I'm not sure how much time I can take from them, etc. and that will hold me accountable, has done a lot of deals and is truly doing it and I can learn a ton from in addition to all the other supplemental podcasts, books, forums, meetup groups around MF.  

There are a significant amount of risk involved in the whole process along with holding costs.

As rent increases with inflation, the rest of your numbers will follow.If buying a condo, thoroughly review the financials and make sure reserve account balances are in line with the most recent reserve study.  

Corporate background and trained in accounting  

Hi Account Closed - Yes, I have often borrowed rehab costs from the HML.  

Also, you can't evict your tenant now - you need just cause so unless the association wants to get involved in a legal matter.

I know a few accountants, but none who have experience working with real estate investors.

I'm not actually an investor myself, but I am directly involved with the industry.

Had you put the same money in a general Dow index fund, you'd be looking at about 80-90% return over the same period, with zero work involved.