Here’s an example of bonus depreciation.Here are some of the current trends that are highlighting the importance of a cost segregation study.Contract Logistics Expansion: Experiencing growth in contract logistic divisions leading to outsourced warehousing and distribution activities.Warehouse Technology Advancements: Integration of AI, robotics and IoT allows for operational efficiencies including reduced labor costs and improved safety.Warehouse Automation Growth: Significant growth signals a need for efficiencies and the adoption of new technology.Warehouse Space Expansion: There are ongoing developments in the warehouse space to help support the growing demand for infrastructure and warehouse space.Robotics and AI investments: There is a demand for faster throughput and immediate fulfillment which is causing investors to invest more into AI and robotics.Cost segregation becomes an even more critical tax strategy as there is an increase in investments in automation and technology as it frees up cash by creating additional tax savings.Some of the financial benefits that a warehouse investor can expect from a cost segregation study include:An increase in cash flow for automationImmediate tax savingsEnhanced warehouse property valueImproved warehouse ROI by reducing tax liabilities and increasing cash flow.There are many items that can be reclassified for accelerated depreciation through the use of a cost segregation study.

Two additional thoughts:- I try to avoid space heaters as much as possible.

Not using this space to its fullest potential may cause sellers to skip over your ad.

Keep in mind typically townhomes give assigned parking and limit you to 2 parking spaces, so nearby visitor parking or the option to purchase a 3rd spot would be crucial.Layout: With house hacking, more bedrooms the better.

This one will require moving several walls to reconfigure the space.

There is a lot of opportunity in that space. 

A few insurance companies or financial institutions with strong relationships in the insurance space often provide this service.From my research and personal experience, MassMutual and Northwestern Mutual are well-known for offering policy loans or lines of credit against whole life policies.

There's a saying I really like in the REI space..everybody goes from single family to commercial.

The main players in this space are Guidance Residential and UIF, but it turns out that they may just be purchasing a Freddie/Fannie loan on the back end to finance the deal and then structure it differently for the buyer - which isn't in accordance with their religious rules. 

I have heard of bird dogging in the single-family space for flippers and wholesalers.