Though he prefers to reposition existing multifamily properties, he has also subdivided land, built homes, and constructed self-storage.

Also if there are other investors in the Detroit metro area looking to work together I’m interested in at least having a conversation!!!

Learn the eviction procedure for your area, perhaps contact a lawyer in the field to help you with this one, and get the fraudster you're currently housing out on the sidewalk to sleep in a cardboard box where they belong.You're going to lose plenty of money here, but this will never happen to you again, and you can minimize your losses if you move as quickly as possible.

One thing I’d stress is the significant difference between Detroit proper and the surrounding metro areas.

Does anyone have any advise on the area or some good resources?

In my case, I have residential rentals in one LLC, commercial properties in another, self storage in a third, and my real estate company operates in a fourth.

Do you have a certain area in Costa Rica in which you find your deals?

In my area I often come across people who never used credit much and only have 1 small negative thing on their report dragging their score down. 

What are some of the best areas or even zip codes that would be good to buy a rehab property?

It is common area and I assume you excluded it and would be entitled to be a guest of your son.