@Will WallanderYes, all appliances can be deducted in full using one of the 3 methods:de minimis safe harborbonus depreciationSection 179All 3 methods give you a 100% deduction, but there're some subtle differences between them which are too tedious to dive into.

@Sardar Mustafa Khan - I have always found the most success using the methods that @Christopher Lynch  @Lydia T. and @Jacob McAllister suggested.  

I’m not sure which method is better.

Any advantages or disadvantages to each method?

I Love the BRRRR method.

My question is surrounding the best method to capitalize on the equity I have accrued or if I should pursue outside money to get started on my investing career. 

The power of the BRRR method combined with using a HELOC should be great.

For more pointed advice, you might have better success with more specific questions.... for instance, what are some marketing methods that work for other people, or how do I meet buyers.If you want one big, general piece of advice, it's dig in for the grind. 

Long term hold is the tried and true method for creating real estate wealth in Austin.   

Venmo over time is going to be a tough solution to scale with since they cap the amount you can withdraw per day to I think $3k?