For anything over 30 years, make sure you camera the sewer pipes, especially if they are cast iron or clay, as they are liable to collapse.

When self-managing an out of state STR (without a local PM), I get that a lot of things can be automated now (cleanings, locks, cameras, payments, bookings, etc).

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I am wanting to install a security system with cameras and entry sensors during the rehab process in order to deter break-ins and squatters.

I had security cameras installed on the premises, is that considered tax deductible as well?

Ask for the major cap ex numbers, roof, any plumbing issues, we typically camera the main sewer lines, one break of the line depending the severity and location your talking 20k plus easy.

You can add a fake camera for effect. 

The professionals usually snake every vent down with a camera, a brush, and vacuum, to show you before and after too!

However, it's important to have cameras for a few reasons, to verify check-ins, security when vacant, evidence in the event of an incident, violations of pet policy, etc. 

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