I would highly recommend Pace Morby as you get the same info for free. 

ThanksEDIT: I am just out side of Asheville in a smaller community. modular isn't the answer for development. value is lower, quality is lower, I'd recommend stick built always it's how 99% of homes are built or block. in North Carolina I'm sure it's stick built 

I'm not good at making all the little decisions about how/what, just want someone who can say, yeah need to replace/update this, and fix up that, etc. anyone have recommendations for a general contractor that can just run with the whole project? 

I'll first start with our due diligence materials. but first, I highly, highly, highly recommend visiting www.optoutprescreen.com.

I recommend shopping around a few investment focused lenders/brokers to compare rates and terms.

Are there any specific calculators or tools you recommend for analyzing the financial aspects of a seller financing deal?

I would recommend speaking with another CPA.  

I'm interested in purchasing a property for use as an STR in the Newport/Covington KY area. I understand there are rules in place regarding STRs, so I'd like to find a realtor that is familiar with the rules, codes an...

Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

Get a recommendation for someone that does this sort of thing...there are many.The most success that my buyers have had was to get a local designer that does the design + install and set up.