HI Kev, we helped a lot of luxury STR investors this year utilize the accelerated deprecation tax incentive, I would actually suggest checking out the bigger pockets featured tax preparer section and sine it's likely a considerable reduction definitely not try and do it yourself..the investment in high quality reliable tax advice is essential to any investor tool kit. 

There are DIY tents/domes that can cost $5K on one end of the spectrum and the peak "Glamping" experience on the other end.

I'm particularly passionate about Orlando, Fl. and Tennessee.Outside of real estate, I enjoy working out at the gym, DIY projects, and going to the beach.Excited to learn and connect with you all!

A successful BRRRR without the tailwind of market appreciation during the renovation period is really, really hard unless you have cash to buy a place that does not qualify for conventional financing, ways to source off market deals with some real issues that you don't mind taking on, and/or access to a crew or cheap labor (could be DIY).

3 years ago when I first started my REi journey I thought I could do everything myself I’m big on DIY… (I did just that, I launched my first rental just like most of yall *BP,Youtube,books, I literally didn’t know what a mastermind even was , few months into my journey I started to feel stuck and couldn’t get the answers I needed. ran into a few of Jesse’s YouTube interviews and I was hooked on MTR (Travel nurses was topic during this time) I tried doing it myself and failed countless times and I wasn’t sure If I was even heading towards the right direction. 

Flooring can be a basic vinyl or even a DIY job using peel & stick flooring.Expensive materials is more risk for the landlord because when they get damaged there is more likelihood you will lose money on the deal because collecting damages exceeding deposits if difficult.

For example:General-Filters (furnace, air conditioning, oven exhaust, refrigerator, and water)-Stove burner when the “eye” needs simple replacement-Batteries and remotes that service the premises-Fan and light pull strings-Smoke and carbon alarms testing and batteries-Ensuring appliances are properly plugged in, hooked up, and used-Removing dirt, debris, and lint in and from connection pipes (e.g. clothes dryer)-Tighten loose screws on all home functions (e.g. doors, hinges, handles, socket -Balancing off-balance appliances-Cable, internet, and phone jacks-Fire extinguishers-Systems operation (e.g. security, irrigation, HVAC)HVAC-Monthly A/C filter and drain line maintenance Electrical-Reset “tripped” GFI breakers-Light bulbs (throughout and at the end of the tenancy)-Blown fuses-Reset breakers in the outside and inside breaker boxes-Socket and plug outlet coversPlumbing-Unclog drains or toilets-Caulking around tubs and showers as needed-Gas pilot lighting-Leaky faucets and shower heads-Toilet flappers, handles, seats and seat lids, tank lid, and flush kit-Sink and tub stoppers-If septic tank present, use RID-X as directed on consumer box-Proper cleaning of garbage disposal-Loose faucets and sprayer heads and hoses-Faucet filters (i.e. aerator)-Open exterior plumbing clean out when necessary (e.g. sewage backup)Exterior-Routine lawn (and pool) maintenance-Adjusting sprinkler heads as necessary-On the last month of tenancy, tenant must perform required lawn maintenance no sooner than 2 days prior to vacate dateThere’s a lot to consider as a landlord.

Better to start with a PM and learn about how it is done than DIYing it. 

Lessons learned:No more screw in fusesno more nob and tubeinspector needs to be happy with electrical worknothing that looks like DIY work in any properties

You can always DIY your pm which might be the best option with that.