Here's an article that talks about the best and worst property types for cost segregation.

I come across articles for a 1031 exchange but I think that only applies to investment properties.

If that isn't available in your market, then you should consider out of state.I highly recommend that you read this article on OOS investing.

I've looked at numerous properties online, inside the city and also in the suburbs, and the returns look OK on paper, but gosh, those property taxes seem to fluctuate wildly.

Interesting new article put out by Forbes today on Short Term Rental investing, what are yall's thoughts?

Quote from @Daniel Benyamin: Hello Everyone,I'm looking to buy an investment property in New Jersey, I was looking for condominiums because they are selling for around $150,000.00 for one bedroom, and to purchase a multifamily with 4 apartments in this area will cost somewhere around $800,000.00, so basically, through the years I did not get to any investment that required a significant investment because I did not want to carry a large debt and I don't have a large sum to put as down payment.So my hesitations about purchasing a multiunits are as follow:I don't want to carry a large debt.I like to buy the next property in New Jersey because I'm familiar with the location.I'm aware that the purchase price is high, and I'm unable or I'm reluctant to invest, so I may be in need to consider a new location to invest in.I hope that some of you  who experienced the same "problems" can share your experience and how you wore able to invest successfully.Thanks,DanielDaniel Hello Daniel,Most of my other clients have experienced the same thing as you, what they did was they looked out of state to get better deal for themselves, now it may seem daunting to invest out of state especially since you aren't aware of the location, that's why it's always importatn to surround yourself with a great team if you are wanting to consider a different location (eg a realtor, good PM, lender, contractor, etc) If you are interested in taking this approach, I recommend you read this article on OOS investing.

Start growing your network, look on Facebook/BiggerPockets for different events, find a mentor doing what you want to do, and get to know the local lenders/brokers.I also recommend you read this article on OOS investing.

After talking to numerous lenders, I eventually discovered one in Carlsbad CA that said he had a lady doing deals in Palmdale with the same numbers I was underwriting. 

BP is an incredible platform that offers numerous resources.

I got connected with an investor who does 25-30 flips a year through a mutual friend, and helped him on numerous flips.