Contact local property managers and landlords for a recommendation.Interview CPA's -ask if they understand "carry back loses"1031 Exchangescomponent depreciationask how may landlords and investors they representwill they go to the IRS with you in the event of an audithow long in businesswhat organizations to they belongwhat designations do they haveAre they up on all the local or federal programs for investorsI have been with our CPA now for over 30 years - he also represented many of our members at the school and fellow investors.We have been audited 3 times in 5 years and have passed all of the IRS's allegations - yea for us!!

Contact local property managers and landlords for a recommendation.Interview CPA's -ask if they understand "carry back loses"1031 Exchangescomponent depreciationask how may landlords and investors they representwill they go to the IRS with you in the event of an audithow long in businesswhat organizations to they belongwhat designations do they haveAre they up on all the local or federal programs for investorsI have been with our CPA now for over 30 years - he also represented many of our members at the school and fellow investors.We have been audited 3 times in 5 years and have passed all of the IRS's allegations - yea for us!!

@Ashley Sanchez take a look at this program.  

I have been working with a lender that found a program for me that allows as low as 5% down, and the PMI will be cancelled when the loan reaches 78% LTV.

Even the affordable ones will likely ask you for a decent retainer (anywhere from $2500 to $5000).I'm not sure how the mediation program works in your county.

Thanksappraisal 450, closing fee 195, credit report 28, doc prep fee 125, flood certification fee 9.50, lenders title insurance 156, processing fee 395, recording fees 60, renovation fees 600, settlement fee 700, tax service 78, underwriting fee 395, wire transfer 35

Hire someone who is insured and bonded and insist on obtaining copies of insurance and bond certificates before paying a dime.  

No matter the degree I choose I will most likely pursue a certificate program in this area too but given that my experience is based heavily on leadership skills already I’d feel like a masters in this area would be slightly redundant (not to down play its importance at all though).

. -- eg:My W2 job was programming for 37 years.

@Tom MattinsonIf you are looking for formal coursework or accreditation, the Real Estate Institute of Canada and BOMI/BOMA (See BOMA Nova Scotia) both offer education and certification for residential and commercial property management.