No need to shrink the space

I am looking at a building that I can't get access to until after I buy it at the tax sale. 

Wayne, Westland, Livonia, and Redford are all blue-collar cities that are accessible to Detroit.

What are some things I would miss during due diligence having only been in the new build apartment space before?

But if you do then it's absolutely acceptable for you to access cash from any other source. 

In my experience homes with space, as in 1-20,acres rent very quickly and at a premium.

As long as you connect with good sponsors you'll have access to deal flow that provides truly passive income and capital appreciation in a tax efficient vehicle.One final suggestion: if you go this route evaluate/underwrite a ton of deals before you participate.Happy Hunting Darin!

Unfortunately, I only have 16 inches of space between the counter top and the bottom of the upper cabinets. 

Hey Blake congratulations Have you come across brokerage firms in Springfield or the surrounding areas that allow investor agents access to the MLS??

Brokers like me can search the MLS (not much there these days), and you should also be meeting up regularly with commercial brokers in the space.