I like to look at not only the subject property but also as many of the comps, the neighboring properties, the ones behind and in front and on the next block, etc. in order to really understand the exact micro-market as intimately as possible.

Does the fact that I am the sole owner of the S Corp block my ability to claim the primary residence sale exemption?

In all major cities, especially ones with a higher crime index, unless you study the market and know it, I would never rely on someone else to choose a block.

What if you paid 15% of the rent for every restaurant on the block? 

Buffalo changes very quickly block to block (not just ZIP by ZIP) and it is crucial that you understand this prior to writing any checks. 

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Neighborhoods can change in a couple blocks. 

I managed a low end apartment block for several years. 

At yet another sale there was a brick row house/town house for sale that looked good from the street, but since it was in the middle of the row, to see the back of the house, you had to walk around the block and see the house from the alley, where the entire 3 story brick back wall of the house was laying in the back yard, and there was no back wall standing. 

That said, Detroit is very much a block-by-block market, so understanding the dynamics of specific areas is critical.For professional investors (and even newer ones), Detroit’s future is bright if you approach it with the right strategy, solid due diligence, and an understanding of the challenges.