I planned on doing the minor cosmetic fixes i know i can handle (sheet rock, paint, trim etc.) but my main focus is going to be managing the flip as a whole (contractors,scheduling) creating a system, and setting up the next deal.

Question,   should I put the money up to have it surveyed and create a preliminary planned development?

Pushing for that extra money, especially with Christmas coming up, may end up creating a problem you otherwise may not have.

If you are still adamant on reaching out to a CPA; you can do the following1) take the suggestions posted in this thread2) Attend a local REIA event and network with the professionals in the event and ask who they use for a CPA.3) create a keyword alert for "Los angeles" and "California" and see who frequently post on threads with these keywords. you will notice some of the same posters. network with these individuals and ask who they use for a CPA.4) if you are still unable to connect with a CPA locally - feel free to find a CPA who works with clients remotely.

I certainly don't want to give away some of my unique and proprietary marketing lists, providers, or niches to every other investor in my immediate market, but would happily trade that info with say, wholesalers in Arizona, Nevada, Florida, etc. 

Tim creates his wealth mostly from his own businesses, the books he writes , content he creates and in the startup companies he funds.

I use these previous jobs to get an idea of what work I think is needed on a house I'm viewing and then create my budget.

I am creating Baltimore County, Maryland Tenant lease and want to know if you can make Tenant pay $50 for each service call or $50 for each Repair.

Being excited for the success of other investors rather than jealous creates a synergy of success that comes back to encourage me.  

We are looking for a real estate lawyer around the Madison WI area, that will be able to help us create a lease.