U.S. home prices have increased by more than 47% since 2020, according to a recent analysis by ResiClub of the Case-Shiller National Home Price Index, outpacing the growth of the 1990s and 2010s, which saw prices rise 30.1% and 44.7%, respectively.

I haven't done a deep analysis on Cleveland, Montgomery or Buffalo, but I would think they likely qualify at least for the type of long term, cash flow investing we aim to do. 

As the seller I would pay for the energy audit, do the analysis on the work to be done (cost vs savings) and then market the home with a prepackaged improvement contract that would meet lender guidelines (solar, EE windows, etc). 45 day close to allow for enough time to do loan and obtain permits, occupancy COE+2. 

Perform a detailed financial analysis to determine the viability of renting out the property.

I would recommend connecting with @Piero Millares  He can help you out with an analysis on properties in the Orlando area.  

@Austin Nicol a good analysis by @Ty Coutts, but he left out info about Property Classes.Rising real estate prices and mortgage rates have made it all but impossible to cashflow on Class A properties, and challenging on Class B.

It requires additional analysis and questions.

It would be best to speak with a property manager to get a rental analysis.

Thanks for the analysis on the Brrrr advice and other suggestions very helpful 

Tailor your analysis to the specific property and market conditions to make informed investment decisions.