I generally work with home owners looking for long term management, but I do work with a local broker with access to off-market deals, and he sees a lot of activity in the area.

Find a local one.  

Detroit requires strong local relationships to navigate things like neighborhood nuances and property management effectively.

I'm going to be taking some time to get to know people in my market as I kind of want to start local in Las Vegas.

In 2022 the rents increased 12.1% year over year which was the 3rd highest in the entire country per https://www.axios.com/local/cleveland/2023/02/14/cleveland-rent-prices.

You should be able to find local builders that will finance the construction component of your new build, however! 

Not sure which markets you're considering, but if you set your sights on the coast I can help with local lenders, attorneys, tax pros, etc. 

I am a local realtor in the Boone, Blowing Rock, Banner Elk area and would love to help out if you need any assistance.

It’s crucial to have local market knowledge or work with someone who does.

Many months of costly vacancy, local market rent & resale deteriation, special assessments, property taxes and maintanance fees suggest a quick sale would have been the wise thing to do 2 years ago.