What they took was the nearly $7,000 profit after all expenses were paid back at closing After claiming there was miraculously $7,000 of expenses that were needing paid back prior to me coming on board that was never once talked about in the nearly 7 months of working on the project...

You can search by location and hopefully find someone that is a good fit.XY Planning Network Find an AdvisorGarrett Planning Network Search for an AdvisorNAPFA Find an AdvisorThe CFP Board has put together a list of questions to ask a prospective financial advisor.

I’ve have also used NTN - National Tenant Network, there reports are very in depth but more expensive,  but very good.

With your brother, get him to a good tax guy (many are on board here) that can also explain the long term advantages of paying something into social security, that would be more educational than a book he probably will not read. 

Hi,I am in the process of creating a board game to pitch to BiggerPockets.Most of us on here have played or at least heard of the CashFlow game by Robert Kiyosaki.

Also, playing the Monopoly board game as a family helps kids learn by playing and making mistakes.

I recently purchased a house in Hamilton, Ontario.Going to convert single (bungalow) to duplex.Would it be possible to advise if there is anything in below that you think is unnecessary for our investment purpose:Ground Floor:- Has all original items but painted- existing old wood floor (narrow wd strips)- existing laminate countertop with old painted cabinets- existing painted base boards- washrooms fixtures are working fine - painted old vanity cabinetShould I leave all items above leave as is?

I would prioritize finding an accountant who specializes in real estate taxation over one that is local.There are 20+ accountants on this message board who specialize in real estate taxation.

I'd recommend talking this through with anyone you're working with that is serving more as a financial adviser or mentor who knows more about your personal situation than you're probably willing to share on a public message board.  

Yes, there are banks that make loans to foreign nationals.