This is especially crucial in urban environments where every inch counts.Enhancing Market AppealIncorporating elements that attract tenants—like natural light, flexible layouts, and sustainability features—can significantly increase a property's desirability.

Many of these homes in the midwest can be old, and have deferred maintenance and the management of these assets (ie. handling Detroit winters) is often where the deal is made or missed.

in many markets I think this is more the case than where you did your deals  ( congrats by the way !! 

I've run into some issues where clients get a little anxious over a valuation that came in low or a condition comes up that is fairly minor. 

However, what is far more important for financial freedom is the location/city where you invest.The city where you invest is far more important than the current interest rate.

And others like to see a Podcast where the vetted experts are supplying their experiences and inputs, and you can listen. 

I was thinking if I can do creative finance with seller finance deals this may be a way to help me get where I want to be.

His reason was the only thing he knew to do with the proceeds was to loan it back out at 12%, and he would be "behind" where he is now in cashflow.His proceeds would have given him options up to and including PE, but he is a simple man and in his case holding was the option for now. 

. - Lastly, the colors are basic and I think we're seeing a shift where buyers aren't just wanting the black/white kitchens anymore, maybe try to find some accent pieces you can add in for cheap.

Where I have seen "open concept on the way out" is in the very high end properties.