Great point, I think that may be we ALL become too numbers oriented, forgetting the “quality” of the bottom line numbers.  

Are there methods you've found to get this done without being charged a full month's rent? 

Love the "stack" method. 

Areas to prioritize / avoid for a first duplex in Atlanta (Tenant quality + Rent demand)2.

Here's a https://www.irs.gov/businesses/cost-segregation-audit-technique-guide-chapter-4-principal-elements-of-a-quality-cost-segregation-study-and-report to the IRS website noting specific items that are included in the cost segregation study report. hmm, that website is a 404 error.  

I’m not saying cold calling never works.If you’re established, have capital, or are hiring callers — that’s a different conversation.But if you’re brand new and trying to bootstrap everything for free, I think this mindset holds people back more than it helps.In my own experience, the biggest results came when I focused on:One lead sourceGetting better at real conversationsImproving follow-up and closing skillsThe method mattered less than the skill.Learning how to talk to sellers and solve problems created momentum — not grinding for the sake of grinding.Struggle doesn’t automatically make you better.Sometimes it just makes success take longer.Curious where others land on this.If you’re newer:What lead source helped you gain traction fastest?

I didn't know you could change depreciation methods mid-stream. 

It appears you guys plan to be methodical in your approach and take it step by step, which is good.I also think your approach is excellent. 

Gold and Silver are monetary metals and canaries in the proverbial financial markets mine...I think we first posted here about AG at $1200 and AU the $20's..anyhow..clearly elements do not change but the denomination does and if priced in money (not currency) prime real estate in many markets could be undervalued - particularly when investors consider the exceedingly exotic methods of leverage and abundant tax incentives available. 

I'd look to buy the ugliest house on the best street you can afford, then fix your house up to the quality of the surrounding properties in order to force appreciation.