Surprisingly, it has nothing to do with the roof.

I recommend you confirm that with someone else other than your agent.Food for thought…Insurance related: I’m currently replacing a roof on a house I own, not because the roof is “bad” but because it isn’t possible for the next buyer to get insurance with such an old roof (barrel tile, which lasts longer than the 30 years that insurance companies require).  

. $33 a month if you pay annually is a bit steep.

I imagine if I claimed the roof last year when I replaced my rental roof, they would kick me out by now.

& different parts of the asset can be depreciated on different schedules.To find out the useful lifespan of each component, you do a cost segregation study to analyze all of the parts.The raw land can't be depreciated so you start by giving that a value first.But other items can be depreciated on a quicker timeline.A roof, road, sidewalk, fencing, walls, gates, doors, latches, flooring, air conditioners, pavers, curbing, landscaping, etc.The IRS has a depreciation schedule for each type.Some parts are 5 yrs.

Also with stucco siding tile roofs No major weather issues desert landcaping etc etc.. maintenance is quite easy and very cheap compared to other areas of the country.

For example, you can have a large capex event like $20k roof replacement, but you can’t necessarily deduct it in a single year.

I have some funds of my own, but not enough to cover the steep down payment. 

So far, I've replaced the roof and siding, and painted the interior.

(optional)Kitchen Remodel (2020): Updated countertops, cabinets, and installed new stainless steel appliances.Bathroom Renovation (2019): Added new tiles, modern fixtures, and a glass shower enclosure in the master bathroom.Finished Basement (2018): Added 600 sq. ft. of finished space, including a family room and home office.New Roof (2021): Replaced the entire roof with new shingles and added improved insulation.Landscaping (2022): Redesigned front and backyard with new plants, sod, and an outdoor seating area.Energy-Efficient Windows (2020): Installed energy-saving windows throughout the home.