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That said, it’s been a great market for me—strong cash flow, significant appreciation, and plenty of opportunity for investors who take the time to understand the market’s nuances.If you decide to explore Detroit further, feel free to reach out—I’m always happy to share insights and what I’ve learned along the way.Good luck on your investing journey!

If anyone has any advice, please feel free to share it with me. 

But if you’re looking for a more stable, family-friendly environment with lower costs and a focus on LTRs, Texas could be a better fit.Since you have young kids, I’d dig deeper into school districts and neighborhoods in both states—family life can really shape where you’ll feel at home.

If you ever want to discuss strategies, share experiences, or need additional resources, feel free to reach out.

So, don't feel any less of an investor if you go the property manager route.

Starting out can feel overwhelming, but it's great that you're already thinking about risk management with vacancies.

Alos don't feel bad.

If you’re just getting started in real estate, feel free to reach out – I’ve been coaching new investors for a while and am happy to help you however I can. 

The rental had ratty furniture, a record player prominently featured in the marketing but it had no speakers, missing basics items in the kitchen, lots of drunks in the concrete hallways that reverberated right into the bedroom at 2am, a strong odor of urine outside, and more.We have super hosts in this forum that have hundreds of 5-star reviews and are masters of the craft, but I look at their rentals and see they don't have any artwork on the walls, decor is basic, they do nothing to make the guest feel welcome, etc.