Some are saying that by adding me to the trust, we will have to pay the transfer tax (for my portion only) because I am not on title.

Currently, we have approximately $7,000 in savings.

Insurance has gone up quite a bit, property taxes and HOA fees as well.

I'm looking for local recommendations for an experienced real estate tax accountant/CPA.

From what i have heard, taxes 2% of the sales price, insurance varies between $3-5k, and HOA also varies.

I know you want to buy another and start leveraging, but as long as you are paying less than you would for rent, save the difference and wait for an investment opportunity.

If you did a portfolio loan, it could help save on some costs versus an individual loan, as others have mentioned.

@Kevin Drouillard most PMCs do not pursue collections after a tenant moves out.Check the eviction judgment to see if a money judgment was included.If not, you will need to pursue small claims judgment.Once you have a money judgment you can try to garnish (another court process) wages, bank accounts or state tax refunds.

We primarily focus on vacants, preforeclosures, tax liens, and pre-probate leads.  

Just self manage and save yourself the money.