I personally would not invest in detroit as historically its not a appreciating market and for cash flow and I invest primarily for appreciation - I go off the location location location mantra. 

I agree, start local and see if you can find anything that cash flows in your area—it's always easier to manage something close by when you're just starting out.

If a project is profitable, wouldn’t you rather have some cash flow rather than none?

So what kind of property would it take for you to increase your cash flow by $2000 - $3000 a year. 

It cash flows without the utilities split but I am planning to hold onto for a long time so splitting the utilities seems to make sense.

Once you increase your real estate portfolio using these tax free money, part of the cash flow they generate is offset by the non cash deduction (ie depreciation) so you get the equivalent to the depreciation amount but don't pay taxes on it.

Starting with a turnkey cash flow rental is what I recommend for newbies!

An agent with market knowledge and deal flow that could present us with off and on market properties that match our strategy will be needed.

Roof lines, window styles, and masonry/siding all play into this natural flow, and the biggest mistake you can make when designing your flips is not following the flow that is already present!

Given these numbers and his research, he believes it may either cash flow slightly or at least break even, which has made it a bit more difficult to find an end buyer.