Nearly 100% of the prospects who approach my firm and DIYed their returns in the prior year are either preparing their returns in a materially incorrect manner or leaving advantageous strategy on the table.DIY software doesn't turn you into a tax professional any more than reading Web MD turns me into a medical professional.That said, if you are just starting out, you can probably get by self-preparing your return until you've reached critical mass and can absorb a rock star tax professional into your budget. 

Be firm and fair.Here is a great resource for landlording in Minnesota.

When she was moved out later at my firm request to the judge, I didn't think about it. 

By using a professional firm we have a receipt to prove it to the judge this has been completed. - They also confirm that the property meets state code.

Thanks for being a kind, firm, and knowledgeable voice.

Be able to think outside of the box and don't always think that because it worked before it'll work again...and/or that is the only for best way to do so.A good firm admits when they're wrong or made a mistake.

I have a good CPA that does returns for some of my more complicated investors and they are all happy with his firm.

I would get firm numbers on all of it before I committed.

I find QuickBooks more aligned with bookkeeping protocol than Quicken, and accounting firms are more familiar with QuickBooks than anything else, and if my business grows, I can find bookkeepers to take over more easily than other software.

Otherwise, join local groups for REI on facebook that can provide insight and reviews for those who are already operating in the area - I've always been a firm believer of learning from others and REI is no exceptiong (hence BP).Once you get the folks corralled, things should move fairly quickly for you - so make sure all the pieces of the puzzle are ready to go before you put it all together.Best of luck to you!!