If you do, you have to prove it. 

Hey Jimmy,2x Los Angeles house hacker here (and a case study in the BP book, The House Hacking Strategy).In terms of age, it can make a difference but it comes down to what work has been done.

Tenant's can damage property, but unless its intentional and you can prove it, its not really something to evict for as long as they pay for it.

Only if you can prove monetary damages due to negligence or fraud.

That’s why I’ve decided to dive into the real estate investment (REI) space now, rather than waiting until after graduation.Currently, I’m studying for my real estate agent license in New Jersey, which is my home state.

You'll know this because you've been studying the market. 

I have not heard of the IRS challenging, much less overturning a professionally done cost segregation study. 

Do a cost seg study and take bonus depreciation to offset other income.

My name is Christopher, I have studying real estate investing for probably about 7 years.

You’re correct that prior year losses generally can't offset W-2 income, but any new depreciation from cost segregation studies on properties in 2024 should be eligible.