Aishan,Detroit is one of the best markets in the country but you have to know what you're and you have to work with people that have your best interest at heart.

I also have some capital to contribute.Could someone explain how syndications are typically structured, and how are people using Other People's Money (OPM) to build large portfolios with little to no money down?

I've had people tell me not to worry about it and to just do it, and I've had other people say the bank will call the loan due.

There are a lot of great resources here and around the web for people looking to invest in Birmingham.

Quote from @Aaron Wolman: General question, I am turning over my first rental and I got the charges from my contractor on damage done and I want to see peoples opinion. 

The guy on Youtube that boasts about buying properties with no money out of his pocket and using other people's money from his "community" to pay for closing and carrying costs, said in a video in June that he had 10 Due on Sale called in AZ alone from Jan 2024 to May 2024.

But for many people, it is one of a number of sources of deal flow, to add to MLS listings, wholesalers, direct owner outreach, auction, etc.Assuming you are specifically talking about sheriff auctions, just make sure you familiarize yourself with the general procedures for the auction.  

I think I went through 3 different people that were over my account because they would quit.

Maybe also consider if they are "good people" that work in the community and just want a safe place to raise their family. 

Communication is easy people.