I understand that using Master Lease agreements that there are a lot of flexibility giving I do not own the property, but I will control it.

I want a specialist that's an expert, and not a jack of all trades and master of none.

Or is better to master both of these strategies and then do whichever is best for the given situation?

They are not good at teaching you marketing, building a client base, networking, and all the other building blocks that are critical to become a master salesperson.

He is a successful investor, CPA with a master's in tax and specializes in working with RE investors.You will have a few deductions depending on how your lender structured the loan it's possible you can right of some of the fees, especially if they are listed as % of the loan amount not if they are a flat fee. 

I'm about to finish my Master's degree, then looking to get nice little job and to invest in real estate. 

Completely overhauled- all new wiring/200amp service, insulation, drywall, marble, refinished floors, took down walls, added bathroom to create master bedroom ensuite.

Completely overhauled- all new wiring/200amp service, insulation, drywall, marble, refinished floors, took down walls, added closets &bathroom to create master bedroom ensuite.

I've got a master bedroom closet that needs some new carpet installed. 

Master bedroom is 11x10.