Also, I have friends who live in PA and would be a good resource for professional CPA services there if you go that route.

At least, you will save on not having to hire a plowing service :) We have properties with parking and without.

As far as doing taxes, I've always done them myself and plan to do so for thr time being but pay a CPA for consulting services when I need specific advice.Until I find one, this seems like a basic enough question that I am comfortable asking for advice here.

@Jason Washington no you can use the bcc function or use a service like Mailchimp

I did want a name as Agent of Service. 

Forest Service, this means I'm gone a lot in the summers. 

My ultimate goal is to be involved with REI, but I am not sure where the best place would be to raise capital and learn.

A oral contract is still a contract.These situations very rarely work out.I would insist on getting all copies of all utility bills (from A or the utility company) and when leases are up average the cost monthly over the eyear, raise th erents accordingly and put the utilities in your name.

If the Property Management company isn't turning a profit they won't be around to provide the service.

The challenge I encounter was raising my hard money to close this deal at first.Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?