It's shifting to a model of a big anchor, a Target or a Costco, and lots of little businesses in that same shopping center. 

Hi Srikanth, I’ve been investing in Cleveland neighborhoods with a similar focus, targeting properties that align with appreciation potential while attracting quality tenants.

Ask them how well they know the neighborhoods in your target market.It all boils down to their experience working with out of state investors.

That's why I would target them a week before foreclosure sale and put all effort on homes that were all but certain to go off the hammer. 

Identifying these trends and targeting high-demand areas can yield solid returns.Long-Term Stability: Real estate has historically been a stable, appreciating asset class.

Quote from @Kailas Tare: When deciding which market segment to target in real estate—whether it’s multifamily (MF) properties or single-family homes (SFH)—it's crucial to consider the dynamics of the competitive landscape and your own financial position.

Accept it "as is" and fulfill the lease.By responding quickly, professionally, and confidently, they realize I am not an easy target and choose to move on.

The market still has relatively low entry points compared to other major cities, making it possible to find multifamily properties like duplexes and triplexes in the price range you’re targeting.

Of course it all depends on pricing and what your target demo is.

Here’s our OPINION for the Metro Detroit market (use as a template for your target area!)