Property values have been appreciating rapidly in recent years, and the city’s population has started growing again—a trend we haven’t seen in decades.I’m also based in California and have been investing in Detroit for several years, so I understand the concerns of out-of-state investing.

Network with wholesalers, check public records, and use platforms like PropStream or DealMachine to find distressed properties.Be Cautious: Pay attention to permits, inspections, and local market trends—over-improving for the area could hurt your profits.Starting with a solid plan and realistic numbers will set you up for success.

Are you seeing any other trends in the Commercial sector. 

It is a very volatile industry and its experiencing diverging trends.

If you're financially stable, have an emergency fund, and have a buy [box] get into the trending C class neighborhoods and buy value.

See discussion here.https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/530/topics/1210625-fed-...10-year will trend up, before down.

Has cash flowed between $50k and $56k the last 3 years with upward trend.  

Is the trend going up or down?

This will show trends and help you see the bigger picture.

Occupancy and Market Trends: How is the ADU market trending in Miracle Mile and nearby areas?