That cost segregation study that saved you so much in taxes over the years?

Here are a few suggestions on how you can maximize the wealth of information available: Check out the blogs and podcasts, or take advantage of the search feature (magnifying glass).

A good tax professional can save you more than they charge you. 

Risk that you will short yourself by not maximizing your cost seg potentialThat said, when full-service cost seg is not economically sensible, DIY is a valid alternative

This way you are trying to get top dollar for it but are also going to be notifying those who have saved the property every time you drop the price. 

Talk to a competent CPA.BTW, the real value is not derived from saving a management fee. 

It's great that you're focused on saving and educating yourself before diving into real estate.

There are more complicated strategies to maximize larger listings that involve having like multiple listings for same property and do individual room rentals when it is slower and then for larger length stays, larger groups, and more desirable dates you'd book the whole space, but I think its easier to just do two separate. 

While I wait for my work history, I want to build credit and save for a down payment.

It would also be important to network with other investors, stay informed about regional market shifts, and leverage any available incentives to maximize my investment potential.Good luck!