It sounds like @Amy Wan can reference the crowd funding options but explain the limitations on cost and scalability.

If it is dead at the rent point you reference than so is initial positive cash flow.  

I have a Detroit banker I can refer you to if you're still interested.

Would be useful as a landlord when the tenant moves in/out to reference for damage. 

I've seen insurance premiums for flood go up to 5-6k on a regular single family home depending on the area. 

Take notes to reference later.  

Quote from @Marc Shin: For my STR, should I be using waterproof LVP or regular tiles for the bathroom floors?   

@Ben Capone Thanks for that reference!

I’m trying to get a better understanding of the unlevered IRR hurdles SFR / BTR investors have for value-add improvements.By "value-add improvements" I’m referring to upgrades made to a property that increase rent or purchase value, often including kitchen remodels, bathroom updates, solar and other energy efficiency improvements, fresh paint, a new garage door, finishing a basement, adding a deck, and updating flooring, to name a few.I’ve been hearing a lot of different reactions to this question the last few months.

Exit strategy and appreciation potential in a market like , PA, which is a smaller town with modest appreciation.4) is there any tools or metrics with average I can refer to to analyze this.Would love to hear thoughts from anyone familiar with similar markets or multifamily investments.