Some small repairs made and mostly staging What was the outcome?

That looked like it had great potential, since purchase prices were significantly lower.

I also host a local real estate meetup in Worcester, it's a fantastic opportunity to meet other investors, lenders, contractors and potentially find deals.

I also make sure I make my desire to buy properties known to those working in the city offices, utility companies, code enforcement officers, police officers, and others who are in positions to hear about potential properties.

Working with a qualified cost segregation specialist or tax professional can ensure that you maximize the benefits and comply with IRS guidelines.ROI Analysis: Evaluate the potential cost of the cost segregation study against the expected tax savings over time.

I 100% agree CPAs and real estate focused accountants need to be consulting on these when they are made and give advice to their clients on the implications for their potential investment into someone else's fund. 

I also don't want to invest $20k+ in repairs if there is potential they wouldn't get reimbursed.

What was the outcome?

What was the outcome?

A lot of developers don't want you (or any potential competitors) to know their trade secrets and efficiencies, which they've taken years and maybe decades to master.....