What I’m thinking is would I be better off just investing $100k as a LP through a reputable syndicator to get easy bonus depreciation upfront, or should I continue to do what I’m doing and just hire someone to do a cost seg.

Great bonus tip!

I make $500k a year in base and bonus, and I will likely not save anything other than my bonus at year-end if I do this.

Another (hopefully unneeded) bonus: if you royally screw up, the market tanks, and you are forced to sell, you probably won't be underwater on your loan.Don't consider this advice, just a personal anecdote from a newbie investor in the Triad area (Winston Salem).

As an added bonus you've got a larger free and clear property that you can refinance later if you want. 

Can I buy a boat with a loan now and use the bonus depreciation to write the entire amount off against long term capital gains on timber sold in 2020 😂

Folks- I am looking to purchase and rent out a 3/1.5 1500 sqft condo property that also has a basement with 2 bonus rooms of ~450sqft but no garage.

I plan on getting quotes for a couple of different options including a bonus room, bathroom & Bedroom, etc.

I look at it as a long-term bonus.

That 9% if well earned is a huge bonus few appreciate.