In this post I will show a process for determining which property characteristics will likely appeal to your target tenant pool.

Some strong characteristics to look out for include a fast processing time for investments, knowledgeable staff and free educational opportunities.  

each has it's own characteristics.

These are generally the characteristics that you want to look for when investing in an area, IMO.  

We are very interested in purchasing this property from you.Give us a call today xxx-xxx-xxxx and we will make you our highest and best cash offer the offer price will depend on several characteristics such as access to utilities, buildability, paced roads, slopping, back taxes owed, HOA dues etc.They included a parcel number and the legal description.  

@Rudy DvorakI don't think there is a protected class called "woke social justice warriors" when it comes to Fair Housing laws.Obviously you can't discriminate against renters with certain characteristics or traits.

I was looking at things from a top down, national level, but I think that certain markets may have harder or softer landings based on their specific characteristics. 

However , if you can find similar buildings/property near by that shares enough characteristics, using that as a relative comp might be beneficial.

Running extension cords for everything isn't just unsightly, its a tripping hazard etc. 

I can't tell you if the partnership with your cousin is right or not without knowing either of you but the characteristics of a good partnership are complimentary skillsets, an operating agreement that clearly states who does what when and who gets what when, equal risk and equal motivation, constant and honest communication, and following a clear business plan.