I suggest that you set clear goals and determine the types of properties you wish to pursue.

Would you rather set it and forget it and not need to refi again or rather take advantage of low/no closing costs on this loan and plan to be more aggressive on your rate at the time of your refi?

I feel my skill set, with an extensive background in project management, estimating, and renovations, makes me well suited for REI and  I am eager to start taking steps to transition my career to this industry.

That cost segregation study wasn't just about accelerated depreciation - it was setting you up for strategic wins years down the road.Next time your CPA mentions §1245 ordinary income, don't sweat it.

It is a fairly signinificant set up fee and monthly charge. 

Common fees will include a set-up fee, a leasing fee for each turnover or a lease renewal fee, marking up maintenance, retaining late fees, and more.

Whether that's through house hacking or just another set of units I hold, I plan to purchase again this year. if there are tips on how to build a trusted network of people on here, I would welcome that.

If you move your expectations to keeping some money in, but refinancing out as much as you can then you'll be set up to not be let down from the jump.

You can buy a set of five for under $300, subscription for the recording software is $10 a month, then the cost of WiFi or hotspot.If you've already had a couple break-ins, you are obviously in a high-crime area.

Once you set up the tenants in the system it works great.