Also, the benefits of a cost segregation study can vary based on a multitude of factors.

My question is can anyone point in the direction of someone who could represent me in this matter maybe a lawyer or attorney, or someone who knows the fire code and who can be clear and concise on what I need.

This is great news for real estate investors, as the TCJA introduced several tax benefits that directly supported the industry.

i have looked into the Landlord locks as mentioned but have not used them. i have one student rental where i use an electronic lock ( that i can control from anywhere, change codes etc.), but the bedrooms are regular keys, as @Jonathan C. mentioned for the front door, the unit is set up to send me an email when the batteries are low. i also have another student rental ( 8 rooms, 2 entry, 2 units + utility room) one master key and each bedroom has its own key that will get students in the entry, there unit, and there own bedroom. had a locksmith do that one. cost me a few hundred dollars with keying and supplying the locks ( 13 total ). i like both setups but may look into the landlord locks again for my 3rd student rental i just purchased.

Every property is so different and the various codes and regulations are different as well.

•Are there any specific neighborhoods or zip codes to target or avoid?

I figured that people would see the dimmers and at least give me the benefit of the doubt, and they did.Then I got comment No. 2 on the same problem, brought in my electrician, and he saw and explained that the lights had been incorrectly wired when I bought the place.

Both investments can offer tax benefits, but real estate typically has the edge.

I know I'm getting the tax benefits of depreciation, the minimal positive cashflow, and the appreciation on the property, but It's pretty much a long term play of slowly raising rents annually to increase cashflow, which will eventually get basically reset when my loan goes P+I in 10 years.

Original costs were low enough that we paid them off within 10 yrs and in spite of operating cost increases of ret, Ins and r&m benefited from cash all along.