As for these variable expenses I've listed some below. 

Just to clarify though, East English Village is on the east side:)Ali, have you seen our list of Detroit Neighborhoods?

Main goal is minimizing risk with it being our first property but was able to obtain the house for 40+% less than listing price due to our cash offer and able to close ASAP.  

Home sold within 24 hours of listing Lessons learned?

Home sold within 24 hours of listing Lessons learned?

While more listings came on the market last month, the increased competition among sellers didn’t appear to hurt home prices.

All of them have red arrows with prices coming down, I think one out of 3 pages of listings is pending.  

Use one that has flexible pricing/spending options, memberships for discount pricing (these often pay for themselves with your first list). let me know if you need specific information about skip tracing

Make a list and look closely at each one to see if they are an option.If you can't find someone within your network, expand your network.

Here is a short list in the time it takes to finish my coffee:- STOP deficit spending at the current rate.