Apartment building syndication is definitely sophisticated, the podcast might inspire you to look at some other opportunities that are similar and expand your portfolio.You will definitely learn a TON on this website-Take Care-Paige

For example, Equipment and Machinery are a valid asset class for DDB, so you can use it on appliances, furnace, water heater, etc.You frequently see this type of cost segregation for components on large, multi family properties because there are so many appliances, furnaces, etc that go into it that it can really be a significant part of the building.  

Is there programs/software out there that the sophisticated investors are using that help them determine this metric?  

Is there programs/software out there that the sophisticated investors are using that help them determine this metric?  

They can tell you about the unit you're about to buy but buyers are sophisticated these days and they want to know EVERYTHING. 

If the numbers on one of those put you in the ballpark, then you can look at a more sophisticated method for dialing in value. 

I paid for some education to become sophisticated and to be able to invest in multifamily deals I am aware of two companies that I've worked with in Texas contact me if you want to talk more.

Septic:  I am in RI so we have some more sophisticated systems for septic required in some areas.

They are very educated in the topic.My general recommendation is always this: Be a very educated and sophisticated investor before ever buying something out of your state (or terribly far away from you)!!!

Other more sophisticated models include magicbricks.com (India) and zameen.com (Pakistan).