Do we have data on how feasible the “stack method” is, including financial outcomes based on the 200 dollar per unit, pure cash flow ideal?

The NAHB’s Eye on Housing says the prices of goods used in residential construction (excluding energy) rose 1.6% in February, according to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

If you've ever done work on your own house, then you likely have some data points already. 

@Jarrod KohlMetro Detroit (my rental portfolio is here)Purchase: $80k-$130kRent: $1200-$1500ROI: Double DigitCash flow: couple hundred/monthAppreciation: Double digit (for past 10 years, will gladly send data)Location: C, B- (suburbs and certain markets)We have over a dozen Fortune 500 companies just in Metro Detroit with huge Healthcare and Auto industries.

Try looking for LiDAR data provided by the county/city for more accurate elevation data.

You will just have to add your market specific data. 

You don't want to insure too little or too much just because the data about your house is wrong.3.

However, I do think it's a slower game as the leg work required to compile and update the data can be time consuming which reduces output.

Of course, you can use QBD now and migrate your data over to QBO later when the time comes. 

Realistic ProjectionsUnderwrite your projections based on real market data. 3.