Low-end landlords call these stores "scratch-and-dents," and we are usually their main customers.In our case, the appliances we equip our rentals with at a minimum are washer, dryer, refrigerator, range/cooker.

You can buy turnkey properties in the midwest, and some of the north east states have a turnkey presence now.If you are mailing directly to sellers you can probably find good deals in your own back yard.Regarding Detroit it sounds like unless your equipped to handle the tenants and know the area intimately you're better served turning 360 degrees and walking way (that is an old joke that I still think is funny).Best of luck,Pete

They have things like insurance, marketing, tool, equipment & supply, vehicle, and administrative support costs. 

You might also consider any furniture or equipment of value either as collateral or to be given as part of the compensation.

Avoid having any evidence of your renovations being done such as ladders, paint cans, or construction equipment and have each room clean and tidy.

All the pool equipment is there but needs to be ran again to get back working.

You should have an agreement that spells out the expectations, equipment you provide, and what happens if the tenants do not do the work, do not do it well enough, or they cause a fine by the city. 

Licensed Plumber Certification I certify that (check all that apply): I have installed the submetering equipment listed above in accordance with accepted plumbing standards.

i had a job offer with a local nursery operation down there to run they're equipment but dont like the fact id be near the coast!

I then rehabbed the laundromat with all new equipment.