Id recommend getting comfortable with the terms.Some books that are helpful (not totally MF focused)-Confessions of a Real Estate Entreprenuer (Perspective of an investor, how they think, how they take risks and how they learn)-Am I Being Too Subtle (Mindset, managed risk, opportunity spotting)-Zeckendorf - Autobiography (Relationships, risk taking, deal structure, development)-BP Rental Property InvestingI'd also recommend going to Lowe's, Home Depot, Habitat for Humanity to build your brain around materials, costs, quality and history of materials (even if you're not the one doing the work).Lastly, once you've conceptualized the asset class itself and general understanding of deal structure / operating structure...look into some news articles and trends in MF.

Of course there are less expensive materials, but I like the durability of quartz.

Check out Brandon Turner, he has some good material for new investors, and of course bigger pockets has a ton of great resources.

I’m in the early stages of my real estate journey and joined Bigger Pockets to connect with other investors, learn from people with more experience, and surround myself with individuals who are actively growing in this space.My background is in renovations, and I run Precise Home Renovations LLC, which has given me a strong understanding of construction, materials, budgeting, and project management.

I will send you sample material participation activity tracker / REPS Log that follows the guidance suggested in IRS Audit Techniques Guide (ATG) 

ChatGPT tells me that this strategy is oversold and is also high risk since it requires 100 Hours of material participation that needs to be meticulously documented.

There are rules you need to be aware of including material participation, 100 hours, and self management, to benefit from a cost segregation study. 

Document EverythingUse contracts that outline exact materials, finishes, and change-order procedures.

You are maintaining your business.Cutting costs on materials is another quiet way landlords destroy equity.

Material participate, spend 100 hours via your log book, and possibly do a cost segregation study.