i missed the "rental property" component of the post.

Here are some of the reasons why: Compared to an IRA, Solo 401k contribution limits are roughly ten times higher.There is no custodial requirement for the 401k.You don't need the additional expense and administration of an LLC to have checkbook control.There is a built in-Roth component whereas IRAs are either traditional or Roth, not both.A spouse can also participate in the same Solo 401k plan.The Solo 401k has additional tax benefits over an IRA when investing into real estate using leverage.The penalties for prohibited transactions are less severe, though it's best not to utilize this benefit :)

What are the value add components that one should consider, like amenities.

There is a risk/reward component that you will need to get comfortable with and determine where you are on the risk profile.

Turnover in the PM space has been skyrocketing the past few years, so if you are a smaller operator and you only have one leasing agent and they leave, that can be detrimental to the business.

For newly constructed, purchased or renovated properties and also retroactive generally over the last 10 years, building components are properly classified into individual units of property and accurate recovery periods for computing depreciation deductions.

Surveying has a lot of 'art' and nuance to it as well as the mathematical component.

So the DSCR’s PITI component is based on the payment as if it were a 30 year amortizing loan right?

The other component that makes me nervous is how fast properties have run up over the past 3-4 years and will that leave any appreciation for the net 3-5 years?

Could someone either give me an estimate of average lifecycle for common components of a house within Florida, or recommend any local contractors that could give me an affordable inspection report?