I think the answer to your question depends on the type of tenant you would be targeting.

Target Price: $575K-$585K; ARV: $625K+.

Hopefully, this is a useful example of what’s achievable with out-of-state investing, even with no local connections. 

@Jeanette LandFrom my experience working with over 400 investors, growing your portfolio with limited capital is absolutely achievable with the right strategies.

Most out-of-state investors looking at Detroit are typically focused on cash flow, which means they're usually targeting C or C+ neighborhoods.

If you are thinking of targeting travel nurses just know that most of the demand is in the 1-2 BR space.

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Acquisition Target: $730K-$780K; ARV: $900K; Repairs: $120K.

One key he found was mixing a welcoming atmosphere with firm guidelines.. it typically falls under standard tenant landlord laws for eviction.. so you’ll want to double-check local regulations.You mentioned Furnished Finders and Padslipt.com.. from what I’ve heard, those can be great if you’re targeting traveling professionals or short term visitors.

I would like to know how to read the market a lot better and learn how I can see wether or not a certain city is thriving or not, if where I purchase the duplex is thriving I'll just settle there and target SFH's there instead of moving out of state.