The rent-to-price ratios here make cash flow realistic, and there’s a lot of revitalization happening that adds appreciation potential.Detroit’s population is officially growing again, and there’s strong rental demand, especially in neighborhoods seeing more development.

As your base level of knowledge grows, you will start to develop a clearer picture on the things you want to do, and where you skill sets lie, which can narrow down who you may want for partner.  

This caused a lot of developers to leave the city and has caused headaches for landlords.

I agree with @Jamie Banks that, while it takes time, its best to develop these relationships organically.

Land  Development and vertical construction are hands down the toughest loans to get..

I'm currently developing a project in Western MA and still looking in Central/Southern VT.  

Most people who go to as many meetups as you have developed the confidence to move forward because they see everyone else doing it? 

Also, if you develop a business plan and your target group are military; you may be able to get a military lender to help fund your property acquisitions.

I think stepping into development and new construction could be an exciting path to explore.What’s your take?

I think stepping into development and new construction could be an exciting path to explore.What’s your take?