I would love any advice just to learn more and engage with everyone!

But I'm really looking forward to engaging with the community and contributing in anyway I can.

@Devon RollisonYou need to engage someone who understands the income tax consequences of what you're proposing, and understands the US-Canada income tax treaty.The lawyer is only giving you the legal side.

These will generally be students or low-income earners, both of whom tend to be flighty, bad at maintaining property, and more likely to engage in drama.

I recommend using your Facebook...participate in local FB groups, post daily, engage with people. 

I have been told by a number of institutional players that NAA or state-level association is definitely the move, but it sounds like an unnecessary cost to me.

You should establish the rules of engagement with them as well.

I have been told by a number of institutional players that NAA or state-level association is definitely the move, but it sounds like an unnecessary cost to me.

They will know the players in this field.

For the best result, you may either engage two accountants (one for real estate and the other for military benefits) or look for a larger tax firm that employs multiple experts covering both areas between them.