Prior to doing real estate I had an ecommerce company I built and developed everything using bootstrap methodologies.

Be aware that in 2 weeks, on Oct 1st, FEMA has big changes in store for their flood rating methodology. 

Would have loved a net yield comparison but it would have probably been a little more challenging from a statistical standpoint.One very important trend is the unemployment rate - I'd usually like to see a declining trend over the years, and ideally not too high compared to the national average.Mike, I'm curious about your market analysis process - could you share more about your methodology?

. ;-)  The IRS' preferred methodology for a cost seg study is engineering-based.

Kind of a one step at a time methodology (drop raise till you can raise raise ) . 

@Matt Hein While it may seem like a simple concept, it's actually a very complex process that requires significant documentation as well as specific methodologies.

Using a CPA will most often get you far less than using a company that uses the IRS' preferred methodology, engineering-based.

There is a difference in 'engineering-based' and "fully engineered and accounted" methodology in the asset detail and the benefits.

Bill is an attorney and CPA who has a non-traditional methodology for forming and using LLC's for real estate investments.

If the property is located in East Texas probably in the "Piney Woods" area, another ag valuation methodology that can help in creating significant earnings deals with the wildlife management tax valuation.