If so, there are 20+ CPAs and accountants on this site that specialize in real estate taxation.

We are looking to get into Real Estate as a means of supplementing our retirement income down the line.

The goal in time would be to build up a solid retirement plan within the next 10 years and have some supplemental income from positive cash flow. 

@Hai Loc thats right so geowarehouse needs special access that i don’t have?

But middle eastern countries and Asian countries where the predominant race is their own people (example China), they are much more likely to work with local people who specialize in this field as opposed to a foreigner who doesn't speak their language.In the case you are familiar with another country and can speak another language.

Obviously, the best approach would be to map out all the interior CapEx items and their expected useful life.One more thing to keep in mind: exterior CapEx might be "covered" by your HOA fees, but if the HOA isn't well managed or there's a big unexpected expense, you might get his with a special assessment.

There was a national group (not the FEA) that specialized in simultaneous swaps which is more of an archaic art form of the 1031. 

When you do become licensed I think that working with other investors as an investor’s agent or joining a team that specializes in investment properties is the best direction to go.

There are 20+ CPAs and accountants on this site that specialize in real estate taxation.

There are a few that really hustle and are successful in their first year but that takes a special person, the right brokerage, and some serious hustle.If you're going to do it, I would start by saving up six months worth of living expenses.