If not, there are multiple CPAs that commented on this post that you can reach out to or I can provide a recommendation if you'd like.

Remember to back it out as a business expense too which should make the real rate a point or two lower depending on your tax bracket.2) For securing loans, I incorporate the value stated on balance sheets within my personal financial statements.

Doing differently would be an opportunity cost.General partners of real estate funds are usually people who has a solid track record, able to provide the tax benefits, LT equity and cash flow you talked about.

Listen to @Jon Smith he has provided with good insides and he is also in your market, but in summary things that you have to look at:- You have to do a rental CMA to know how is the rental around your property with similar features and size.

In Philadelphia you customarily need a certification statement to be provided to the buyer and it appears the broker in this case is likely referring to form while redirecting the responsibility onto the buyer to obtain the document. 

Looking for any help you can provide.

Buy 4 more properties - one approximately every 3 months, based on the following logic = always fill existing property with a tenant prior to moving on (I'm new, and this is my way of managing risk); build resources to purchase next property (I have pretty decent purchasing power right now through conventional lending with my current job, and I also have a private lender ready to loan on my next property, and I also get a quarterly commission check that provides a nice financial bump every 3 months); finding a property takes time, but it is worth it to find the right property in the neighborhoods I want to invest in, at the right price.

Yes, my advice would be to find the person in your market doing what you would like to do at a large scale, e.g. wholesaling, and figuring out how you can provide them value.

Consider the services they provide and the quality of those services.Remember: cheaper doesn't mean you'll make more money.Start by going to www.narpm.org to search their directory of managers.

I'd love to provide you my feedback of my experience with him and his firm.