I just have to use my judgement and experience to determine what the expenses are going to be with whatever I can get from the seller, which is usually just whatever utility bills the property pays for.

Utility costs are off the charts.3.

@Christina Hall It's unfortunate that your current CPA won't allow you to utilize the cost segregation study.

It's important to utilize an insurance broker who points you in the direction of quality carriers not just the least expensive.

If you want to pass on benefits a renter will appreciate, buy a condo or townhouse with community amenities and included utilities.

Bonus depreciation and Section 179 allowances for improvements can be utilized, with the latter, however, capped at zero to prevent negative losses.

At least with oxford house -- the house is self governing meaning house officers make sure all utilities and rent are paid on time. 

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Hello All, I am not sure if there is a rule of thumb to how much a design should cost but I received an estimate of $23K for Civil engineering work (site plan, storm drainage plan, site grading, soil erosion & utility plan), $25k for  Architectural and structural and $11K for MEP for 12 units townhouse (2 bed and 2.5 bath) on a slab.