but the ones in OK neighborhoods need MAJOR, major rehabs to be safe and high quality - think another 50-100K on top of the purchase. 

I’d also look at local amenities, school districts (if targeting families), and proximity to major employers or transportation hubs.

When you look at a property make a list of all major capital expenditures roof hvac etc.

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Also, from what I read in Bloomberg, midterm rentals near major hospitals can sometime command a decent premium.. especially if they include some nice furnishings.Little Tweaks Count: Even minor upgrades, like new door locks or a fresh coat of paint, can help you justify a stronger rent.Driving for Dollars & Networking..

Since I was only filing on major things like underground utilities, fires, etc.

The right property manager will take up majority of the workload for managing tenants / maintenance and everything else. 

Check out some of things happening in Detroit in 2024:https://michiganchronicle.com/2024/01/03/major-developments-that-will-define-detroit-in-2024/Your first question shouldn't be WHERE to invest (that is #2 question), but HOW you will invest!

I'm an investor here in Columbus OH myself and have seen the city's solid and steady growth with strong economic fundamentals driving the market like major companies moving here (Meta, Intel, Google, Amazon, etc), job growth, and population growth.

I know I am really condensing ALOT of things….but if you guys could help give 3 major pointers in the pre foreclosure and foreclosure part  on this for someone who HAS real estate already (I have a condo in Mexico).