If you haven't been tracking your material participation, done a cost segregation, or any other techniques specific to real estate and just want someone to file on your behalf then there might not be a huge difference between H&R and a specialized CPA.

Obviously, this can impact your overall cash flow. 6) it’s important to find an agent that knows the area well and understands how to work with an investor, as the process is very different than buying a primary residence. these are all things to consider, and there is going to be a learning curve associated with the process.

While a property may have had a Section 8 tenant residing in it at one time, the process starts all over with every new tenant.Screening a prospective Section 8 tenant should be handled exactly the same as when you screen a non-Section 8 tenant. 

its even worse in Chicago or in IL as there closing process is so difficult.. they do not have title and escrow in the same place you need and attorney to do this then you need title company to open title and well it aint the west cost were you can get these closed in 48 to 72 hours if you have a great relationship with your Escrow company that is also the title company..

Skillset Development: Given the potential savings, investing an hour to learn the process is justified.

Does anybody know of any resources that review the strategy and process of converting a single family home in a neighborhood zoned for multi family to a multifamily home? 

On the flip side there are Guru's out there that Make huge money no doubt.. but as you note there are others that just re tread old info..

Almost no one will do 2nds on those...so you got this huge gap between the balance and ARV....who funds that?

We are getting ready to start the rehab process on an investment property that we plan to use as a Section 8 eligible rental.

Hey guysI bought my first property in the area, made it a Short term rental and so far everything is good - the property is cash flowing and booked - thank God.I'd like to repeat the process and purchase another one.