If there are no studios, I’d be a little wary unless you know for sure your demographic will be solo travelers, couples, or people working remotely. 

People don't want to live in a basement.

This is why people only put one property in each LLC. 

While CA is generally view as tenant friendly people are still investing there and making money. 

I have seen some people well respected in the industry recommend her on several different real estate groups on Facebook.

It's too bad we can't trust people, I know....

Some people (us included) keep our contractors close to the chest so it's easier to find banks and vendors (like carpet installation).

There are a number of guidelines the IRS has for performing a proper cost segregation study (which will pass in the event of an audit) Here is the link to that list on the IRS website:Cost Segregation Audit Technique Guide - Chapter 4 - Principal Elements of a Quality Cost Segregation Study and ReportI have never seen a DIY before, but I'm sure people do it.Depending on the size and type of your property the fee for engaging a qualified engineer-based firm to conduct the study can be as low as $3,000 (lower in certain cases), and the significant benefit created well outweighs the minimal costs.

@Andrew Reis High credit card utilization brings your credit score down, which is one reason people may not use them.

I'm wondering if people agree or disagree.