If you aren't an excel expert I wouldn't bother trying to make your own or scour the internet for an analyzer tool that may or may not meet your needs. 

Specific topics come in waves.

It’s all about catching their eye and making them click.

It may sound nice to pay a 6% management fee but the extra fees can add up to be more than the other company that charges 10% with no additional fees.

Once you have a shortlist, sign up for an account with each one and test them extensively to see how they function.

Make that rent payment out to you and pick up a roommate.

My materials come from distributors that don't sell to the public.

I read the permitting process and it seems somewhat strict.

If this job popped up out of the blue, your intent was not to move within the 1st year, so you may be ok.If you are planning on building a portfolio of homes, it is safest to stick in your home for 12 months to reduce the appearance of potential fraud. 

Prices in Detroit are likely to keep going up.