One of the most common frustrations when choosing a real estate savvy CPA is not knowing how to tell whether he knows his stuff.

This is pretty common.

“Doesn’t seem like it will get easier”That’s not user error.

Both SFH and MFH are common with plenty of opportunities in each, and cash flow is the name of the game in the city.

“Pay until re-rented” is common, but with structureWhat many landlords do in this situation:Tenant pays rent until a new tenant is placed orTenant pays an early termination fee (often 1–2 months’ rent) in exchange for a clean breakThis gives you compensation for the inconvenience without dragging things out.3.

I would guide you here that your ARV is your responsibility but if your HML is not inline with your estimations, then it's an issue.In the 3rd paragraph, this also sounds like a common BRRRR structure as well.

I put together a 2026-focused tax strategy guide geared toward military investors (PCS, out-of-state ownership, high W-2 income, limited time).It covers:Buy-and-hold: depreciation + common deduction categoriesSTRs: the average-stay threshold + material participation concept (high-level)Flipping: why it’s often treated as active business incomeMultifamily: why cost segregation can matter more at scale1031: 45/180-day fundamentals + QI requirementQuestions for the group:For STR operators, what’s your system for tracking material participation hours without making life miserable?

That’s a tough spot, but a very common one for out-of-state owners.

Even if their comfort level changed, the right step would’ve been a conversation — not taking control of the system.A few things to keep in mind:In many areas (including Florida), exterior cameras in common or public-facing areas are generally allowed, but you want to be sure none are positioned where there’s an expectation of privacy (inside the unit, windows, etc.).This should be addressed in writing, referencing the lease clause and requesting restoration of access or transfer of device control back to the owner.If they refuse, this can shift from a preference issue to a lease violation.For Section 8 tenants, it’s even more important to follow a formal, documented process and avoid informal back-and-forth.Separately, it’s a good reminder not to share master logins — access can usually be granted through user permissions instead.At this point, keeping everything documented and lease-based is the safest path. 

Most of my clients are managing 3-20 properties and were drowning in messy books, unclear profit by property, or just burning hours on DIY bookkeeping they didn't enjoy.I'm here to:- Learn from experienced investors (always looking to sharpen my deal analysis skills)- Share what I know about financial management, QuickBooks setup, and avoiding common accounting mistakes- Connect with other LA-area folks doing interesting things in real estateCurrent focus: Helping investors get crystal-clear financials so they can scale confidently and make better acquisition decisions based on real data, not guesswork.Happy to answer any questions about bookkeeping, QuickBooks, financial reporting, or tax prep coordination.