We complement each other to be sure we get a quality product for the owner.The parallel is that you could find a business partner that is the store front and does the people interactions while you quietly attend the meetings commenting on occasion, but are the brains behind the details and the analysis.Just food for thought.Sincerely,Joe

If your tree causes damages to someone else's property (even as the result of high winds) you will be liable for that damage.

So it really is going to cost you as low as 20% or as high as 47% depending on your tax bracket. 

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Hey @John Cook, Given we are accountants, we cannot promote our services on BP as its against the rules.To help in your search:be sure to find an accountant who is willing to grow with you, and is not too high priced fee-wise.

An investor has to buy low and sell high (that's the idea). 

I highly recommend starting with residential real estate. 

:Class A Properties:Cashflow vs Appreciation: Typically, 3-5 years for positive cashflow, but you get highest relative rent & value appreciation.Vacancy Est: Historically 10%, 5% the more recent norm.Tenant Pool: Majority will have FICO scores of 680+, zero evictions in last 7 years.Class B Properties:Cashflow vs Appreciation: Typically, decent amount of relative rent & value appreciation.Vacancy Est: Historically 10%, 5% should be applied only if proper research done to support.Tenant Pool: Majority will have FICO scores of 620-680, some blemishes, but should have no evictions in last 5 yearsClass C Properties:Cashflow vs Appreciation: Typically, high cashflow and at the lower end of relative rent & value appreciation.

Looking to acquire (initially) small, 2-4 properties outside of CA; focus on low-tax, high growth markets (e.g.

Buying a home and renting out rooms, especially in a high-demand area like Virginia Beach/Chesapeake, can be a great strategic move.Your strategy has potential, especially given the housing costs near bases and the benefits of your VA loan.