Join your local real estate investor Facebook groups.

Anthony, If you haven't already join a local real estate investing club and start learning from other members who are actually investing in your area.

Research rates for a payroll service for your employee that can handle your federal state and local employment taxes / calculations Know your federal state local and county tax requirements as well as whether you must have workman's comp for the person or not.

I'm a new investor looking to invest in my local Dallas/Fort Worth area, and in Oklahoma City.

I planned to assign this property initially for $115,000, but had a major reality check after talking with a lot of local buyers and was lucky to find one who paid higher than my offer price.

You could sell everything off and live off the cash.You could learn about seller financing and sell your properties over time, collecting payments each month without having to deal with tenants and toilets.Have you looked for a local investor group? 

@Nathan Lacey You may want to network locally and check with your local real estate investment club.

Networking through local real estate investment groups or online forums can help you connect with experienced folks who can offer guidance, but also do your own research on the way.

I'm looking for local recommendations for an experienced real estate tax accountant/CPA.

the thing about mentors is you really want to find someone that is familiar and specializes in the local market you're looking to invest into .