Both have crime but if you focus your search around university areas specially you should be ok.

You can usually find some events by doing a simple google search.

Just did a forum search for Buy Box criteria as I am in the process of trying to put together a worksheet I can use for future REI deals and came across this post.

This website is a great starting point to find out what areas are like https://www.areavibes.com/It gives you a total livability score and from there you can narrow down you search. 

Already replied to your other post about Detroit questions.Your latest questions:1) Simple: you don't offer asking price, you offer an amount that makes your numbers work.2) You're looking in the wrong places, using the wrong search criteria - there are tons of deals available!

I’m totally new at this so searching for advice.

Im currently searching for another property in the area to do STR. 

Figure out what they're willing to pay, use those numbers to refine your search on houses you should buy. 

Quote from @Jamie Parker: Quote from @Carsyn Childress: I have searched Facebook groups, Craigslist, and meet-ups with little to no luck with consistent volume.

Many renters search by property type, so misclassification can definitely impact visibility.FMLS (First Multiple Listing Service) is typically more relevant for home sales than rentals, though some PMs use it for extra exposure.