If you are intending to buy with a loan, a pre-approval or other letter from your lender stating that have reviewed your finances etc.

I highly recommend reviewing the business expense publication by the IRS publication 535. 

When looking at different metros and conducting due diligence some metrics that can help find the best deal are; job growth, job diversification, rent growth and population growth.

There are always multiple applicants in the span of the weekend and I am tell them in advance I review all applicants and select the most qualified and there are no refunds.  

I have a demo scheduled for tomorrow, but I'm really interested in actual experiences from our area - I've seen good reviews in Chicago and a few other areas, and I'm optimistic, but I'd rather not be their guinea pig here without knowing it :)

Below are some tips to find a Local CPA that specializes in real estate1) Attend a Local REIA / Real Estate meetup and see who other investors are using as a CPA2) Network with other investors from your City/State that you find on bigger pockets and see who they use as a CPA3) Look for CPA's with good google/yelp reviews where 'real estate' is mentioned in the review.4) Verify that your CPA is licensed.

I sent over a lease draft for them to review, no response.

While this is a real estate investment platform I would immediately meet with a financial advisor and have them review your spending and also your income to establish a long term financial plan.

I would advise you to look at their BP reviews and set up some calls to see with whom you click.

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