That market from what I can see on the few trips I made to perform due diligence is really robust and such a pretty area I can see the attraction for those working in Tech or govmit in DC. 

Books are important to maintain because it keeps track of the performance of the partnership not only for one year but over several years.Partners normally have the right to inspect the books.Will the accountant you work with either maintain the books for you or help you make sure its done correctly?

I agree with @Chris Seveney that a performing note would be a very good starting point.

Picture this: You’re driving with your family on a beautiful, warm Sunday afternoon.

Small multifamily, up to 4 units (at least to start), then graduate into larger investments as your portfolio performs positively. 

I can assure you, your business will perform far better as well.  

Quote from @Jonathan Greene: Never sell a high-performing property with no cap ex and low maintenance to buy another rental.

They don't guarantee their performance and your money is lost if they flee with it. 4.

I definitely recommend that you seek out a Certified Cost Segregation Professional so that you are confident in the quality of the work performed and the deliverables produced.

I may also charge if one of our people can't perform scheduled maintenance because the tenant has not crated an aggressive dog.