The market can be tricky with its block-by-block nature, but it's been a great fit for all-cash purchases like yours.I also have a team on the ground in Detroit that helps manage everything from finding deals to overseeing rehabs, which is crucial for out-of-state investors.

@Tyler Bushey nice try, those of us with oil are often a mile or miles from natural gas and propane is $$$ and even if you had gas if  you have one boiler it doesn't solve the problem. 

Items cannot be stacked against wall prohibiting natural air flow to guard against mold, etc ?? 

Naturally, every answer breeds more questions, but she has been patient and responsive.

And natural wood interior walls for that cabin feel.. can you post a link to what you recommend a  cabin should look like I am just curious . 

I have not had that happen, but natural gas is a lot more reliable than power. 

I think it is human nature to feel like we need to get the best deal with the best/highest "immediate return".

Then since your out of control your subject to human nature.

So you will naturally see more of those higher-priced homes in those markets.

However, I have no idea how to choose from the remaining cities, it seems there are a lot of potential options:- Midwest - Michigan (ie: Grand Rapids) seems to have options, also seeing Columbus Ohio and Indianapolis coming up- Reno - I've seen mentioned several times on here- Pittsburgh / Philadelphia / Twin Cities - All mentioned as lower cost to get started, and seem to be experiencing growthI'd ideally like to find a place that has strong potential for future growth, a diversified economy, and I don't mind living in (being close to nature would be a plus).