Start local and small, then grow from there with experience.

out of 100 HML maybe 5 do new builds.. and zero will do loans for someone with no experience so that is going to be the key if you have experience or not.. if not they then like to see an experienced GC on your team. 

It is my understanding (per our zoning attorney) that RT4 zoning should allow 3 units but whether the current construction of the building makes that viable or not is an issue.Not an expert by any means - just our experience with zoning and digging out basements in Chicago.

Maybe they bring the experience and provide the funds.I don't like any of your options based on I think you are too new to investing in real estate to take on any of those.

I focus solely on Detroit proper because, in my experience, the rent-to-price ratios, opportunities for value-add projects, and overall market potential are much stronger there.That said, Detroit is a nuanced market.

I’d love to connect and share my experiences, let me know. 

I'm curious to hear from those who have invested in airport-adjacent properties for the long term — how has your experience been?

Why on gods green earth if you can save on commission, gain experience, meet investors and manage your own properties would you want to invest in a market outside of where you are?

It seems like you are either taking bad experiences that you have had, or things you have heard, and you are blanketly applying it to entire strategies that have worked and been helpful to tons of people. 

Without an integration for some of our vendors, we are considering halting RentVine onboarding and moving to Appfolio.Any advice or experience stories would be welcome here.