Would encouraging longer stays realistically help reduce this, especially for a medium-sized cabin?

@Jesse Streng Great that you want to invest in the Detroit area but I encourage you to come to the city and spend a weekend here to get a feel for the market.

., property damage) could jeopardize their assistance, encouraging them to be responsible.- Inspections: Some programs require annual property inspections to ensure compliance with their standards, which can occasionally be demanding.- Damage Risk: As with any tenant, there’s potential for property damage.

Thanks for all your words of encouragement and advice.

I encourage you to come with an open mind to new concepts.

However, you have to invest in specific communities where they are encouraging development.

I would also suggest letting them know what the requirements are prior to the showing, and possibly even allowing them to sort of fill out a questionnaire and making it known that failing to meet one or more of the requirements could result in denial of a tour however, everyone is encouraged to apply.Quote from @Emily Mohr: Thank you @Charles J Sabo, @Caria Mitchell, and @Matthew Becker! 

We do encourage doing your own due diligence even though we are providing all this info.

I'd encourage you to be tight with your lease & learn the local laws so you are compliant.You will definitely be a young landlord but how you handle yourself will set the stage.

Specifically, I would encourage you to continue to seek local opportunities for equity growth as well as seeking out-of-state or upstate opportunities for cash-flow (i.e.