Should I consider this a deterrent for this location?

Or could the problem be in the numbers themselves, in other words, what you think may be a good deal is actually not, or is riddled with risks and deterrent factors?

I'm just trying to visualize what the process could look like.

That and the proposed Pied-à-Terre tax are deterrents. 

Showing housesRecommending housesGiving confidence to dealsHelping visualize rehab/scopeNeighborhood expertMarket expertWriting offers, possibly lots of themDigging up concerns with property I find that being a neighborhood expert, and market expert are probably the most important aspects.  

I'm looking for ways to visualize more so the practicality and uses of what I'm learning.

They also tend to keep pictures there longer (but you can't download them) so there's a visual reminder about the condition.

They also have the book combined with a video course if you'r more of a visual learner.  

If he has to move and suggests he will trash the place, give him a 24-hour notice to enter every two weeks with the excuse you are going to do some repairs...find something simple you can do like caulk around shower enclosure and do it meanwhile conducting a visual inspection to see if he is causing damage. 

Most Home Stagers can visualize how the home is going to function, and appeal to the masses.