It seems like interest rates would be lower and the process more standardized.

A CPA's fees internalize many factors, which include but are not limited to knowledge level, timeliness of communication, network referrals, ability to execute, and proprietary knowledge and strategies that are brought to the table.Outside of that, we have tremendous professional liability depending on the specific service. 

I currently work a standard “day job” in an office (actually located in Wilmington, DE), however my goal is to begin to generate and build my wealth in other avenues outside a typical paycheck and become more financially independent/free.

@Rassan Sampson: Sorry to hear about your challenges, but pretty standard for Detroit.

It went fine, depends on your company but mine allows the standard up to $50k loan, minimal paperwork, 2-3 business days funding and only a $100 admin fee.

Maybe start by interning for a local agent to learn if it's something that you really want to do.

The sale of a primary residence will actually fall under Section 121 of the Internal Revenue Code or what we refer to as the 121 Exclusion. 

That being said, if you can find an older property in a stable resort close in to Disney, and redecorate to a high standard, you have a great investment property on your hands.

@Wesly Aldrich looks pretty standard and reasonable. 

I guess it depends on your standards.