Property is cheap and the numbers look good on paper, but I think reality hits a lot of people like a sledgehammer with turnover costs, vacancies, problematic renters, maintenance, etc.

The latest Cost vs.

I would take it a step further if you can and join a Mastermind group, cost is fairly low, but you get so much knowledge and meet so many investors that are doing all sorts of deals.

I have been investigating having cost segregation studies done to two STR investments I own.

Below is my high level numbers -Property cost: 500k - 600k, Rehab cost - 100k - 150k, so total project cost: 600k - 750k.Please let me know your thoughts. 

Separate but related question, do you know if the cost of a cost segregation report  is deductible or must be amortized?

There are also additional costs of operating and maintaining an LLC, like separate bank accounts, annual report filings, tax filings, etc.2.

My general assessments (this year) so far are, most HOAs are not rental investor friendly or have too many restrictions, costs etc. - way too may issues renting, updates, policies, rules, repairs etc.

Many investors are building as they can do that more cost effectively than buying under the current market conditions. 

Otherwise it's gonna be a costly HOA fee increase for us owners.Thanks!