I think so many things in my life I "fear" or "avoid" simply because there is an element of unknown there, and that very quickly gets into a "failure" type space mentally for me. 

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.  

You generally need permits when you’re touching:Electrical - i.e New breaker box panelsPlumbing - i.e removing cast iron pipes and replacing with PVCHVACStructural elements (walls, beams, load‑bearing anything)Roof workAdding square footage - i.e addition to the home or conversionAnything that changes the home’s layout or safety profileThose items can impact insurance, inspections, and liability, so pulling permits protects you long‑term.Cosmetic work usually doesn’t require permits, like:PaintFlooringCabinetsFixturesTrimAppliances (unless rewiring or re‑plumbing is needed)Another thing to factor in is your exit strategy.

I mean, without it, you lose the element of surprise.

The two riskiest elements of a standard Flip or BRRRR are the mortgage and the contracting. 

Hi there,Are there any direct booking sites with "request to book" capabilities where I have the ability to approve/deny booking requests before they get locked in?

@John Underwoodfor high income earners the ability to offset other income with STRs via large initial depreciation, far outweighs losing deductions later.

They also sent me a bill for $1,245 to for changing all locks and knobs on the unit (6 doors) when the doors only needed rekeying.

That way, you reduce liability exposure, preserve important warranties and risk shifting elements of the project and still capture some cost savings without taking on the full risk of acting as your own builder.

Close-ability.