I plan to utilize the BRRRR method in and around the Augusta area through a SFH or duplex.

Congrats on your pre-approval and your plan to make Florida your primary residence while leveraging house hacking or short-term rentals (STRs).

Every REI has a starting point, a build up phase, and an exit phase (this doesn't have to mean out of REI...it refers to cash).The key to determining this is based on an investment plan, and where the REI is in that plan. 

Historically used online software without much issue.Now that I'm looking at the settlement statements from 2004 and looking at a sizeable depreciation recapture hit, I came across a number of questions / issues:1) I believe in 2010 I incorrectly set my basis (I did not include the parking space and upgrades to the units - granite, flooring, etc.).

And not sure what the boyfriend plans on doing.

Before moving forward, have a clear plan for how you'll use the funds, whether for a down payment, property rehab, or another investment opportunity.Good luck!

Paint, flooring, updated bathroomsLessons learned?

Fine-tuning your savings, building a reserve fund, and running detailed ROI projections will help solidify your plan for long-term success.Good luck!

But keep in mind room rental is a lot more management intensive so that is something you should budget for if you plan to hire a PM.

If you have a focused plan and prepared questions you can learn a lot in an hour.