I invested in 7 syndication funds in 2023 as a limited partner with the expectation that I would generate first year losses from cost segregation that I could use to offset my gains on my personal real estate investments (self storage). 

No there is still one person living there right now. 

As I've told you before, I have  never referred to myself as a "guru" or anything of the nature, . . . ."

Typically that's the roll of a business broker vs real estate agent, although sometimes one person does both.   

Hoping to start flipping homes personally as well! 

Personally, I don't all in-person showings to anyone who isnt verified pre-qualefied to rent.

However, the value of your labor generally cannot be included in the cost basis for depreciation purposes.Accelerated Depreciation: A cost segregation study would identify components of your property that can be depreciated over shorter periods, such as personal property and land improvements.

You may know this already, but out-of-state investors are also sometimes surprised by Texas’ “high” property tax rate (but no personal income tax).  

Love hearing about the personal goals as well!

Personally I would do a water change after every guest.To decide if the hot tab is a value add, look at your competition.