Rental investing has progressively become a professional play leaving small guys with no real advantage until we get to a scale.

There are lots of youtube videos on how to mud a shower pan. 

Mr Miller had posted videos of him talking to investment groups and for other large reputable companies in the Chicago area.

Pay someone a few bucks (found thru fivr, task rabbit, or craigslist) to walk thru and use their smart phone to upload a video to you on the condition of the facilities once a week or so. 

There are special rules if you qualify as a real estate professional, your losses are not capped.

There are several professionals here on BP who can help you with the IRA LLC structure, including myself and Brian, do your due diligence.

@Matt AvilaYour comment made me think of this video :)Disclaimer: While I’m an attorney licensed to practice in PA, I’m not your attorney.

I am following a lot of Max Maxwell videos on youtube, very helpful by the way!

The professional tenants share this kind of info in some circles, and all they have to do is call with the suspicion that their usage is less than their bill, and they utility will send a tech to inspect all circuits. 

although they both are interdependent.The best way to understand costs is to get a Floor plan drawn and get quotes from at least 3 people in the area who have done ADU'sIt's always a good idea to involves a professional right from the start, especially someone who is experienced as they will suggest techniques that could bring value and save money in the long run.