To me all of those programs seem way overpriced for what you actually get out of them. 

@Chase McArthur would you mind sending a copy of the analyzer you use for financial projections?

- The market is in a little bit of a lull right now (buyers market), its a great time to buy, but slower time to sell (my primary business is flipping houses) I can supplement my flipping business by providing project management services/consulting, helping investors find discounted properties, etc. etc.

South End is great for appreciation-driven investors who want to be close to the action.NoDa (North Davidson): The artsy vibe and walkability have made NoDa a magnet for young professionals, driving appreciation in this district.Kannapolis: Known for ongoing revitalization projects, Kannapolis is positioned for appreciation.

Old post but I figure I would comment here... my Company, Maven Cost Segregation has done studies on projects like this.

There are programs to find solds so that would be a good idea but an agent can pull directly from the MLS.

**Tenant Screening**: The Section 8 program will cover a tenant's rent, but that doesn’t mean you should skip tenant screening.

I focus solely on Detroit proper because, in my experience, the rent-to-price ratios, opportunities for value-add projects, and overall market potential are much stronger there.That said, Detroit is a nuanced market.

You only get a sense of this by meeting face-to-face once or twice.A bad borrower can kill a great project.

Are you in the market for contracting work, or are you doing your own projects?