We are required to do a SOILS TEST before the engineer will design a slab.

I essentially want to be able to marry the data easily from Buildium to quickly so I get a full financial view of my business.

Rates, occupancy, design, location still matter.Action Items This WeekReach out to 2 cost segregation firms and ask for a preliminary estimate for STR properties in your state.Add a line in your next deal underwriting model: “Tax savings from cost segregation” and test a conservative number.Review your current property management logs: are you tracking your hours/material participation?

That is partially amplified due to the fact that more of the nicer homes get listed and spring, so that skews the data to some extend.

For landlords, understanding how to respond to suspected mold and how to educate tenants about prevention is essential to protecting both your investment and your reputation.Avoid Using the Word “Mold” PrematurelyWhen a tenant reports dark spots or moisture issues, it’s important not to refer to the substance as “mold” unless it has been professionally tested and confirmed by a certified mold inspector or remediator.Until testing is complete, landlords should refer to the issue as “black stains,” “discoloration,” or “moisture-related staining.”

A properly installed radon mitigation system with post‑test results under typical safety thresholds doesn’t devalue a property; if anything, it reduces a future buyer’s objection by turning a health risk into a solved, documented feature.

If you don't know the accurate forecasts, then that's where you start, getting accurate data to input so you can have an output you can rely upon. 

Talk to an investor‑savvy GC and a local PM before offering, get written scope and milestone draws, and pressure‑test the exit with conservative ARV and rent comps.

Run a simple hold-vs-upgrade test.

Before buying, look into city ordinances closely; some areas have minimum night stays or strict permit limits that can make or break the deal.Here’s how I’d approach it if you’re serious:Start with data, not vibes.