The upstairs still gets way hotter than downstairs ...... its physics and thermodynamics.

I would check this resource out:https://www.biggerpockets.com/store/flipping-estimating-physical

I would buy all the vacant lots up behind the Motor City Casino as I think that's the next section that would be easiest to rebuild 

Physical Form".

Still solid, but the physical resources of land diminishing + population growing likely will yield better but significantly more work and risk.You're wanting to hit a grand slam on your first at base.

Mid term rentals are a great option in this city as the legislation with AirBnB is ongoing and makes it difficult, plus competition with Casinos.

Aloha,Generally, security deposits are only for use to fix physical damages caused by tenant abuse or misuse once they have vacated.

What that means is if something happens to the physical home, you are screw.

This thread reaffirms the fact that, if you are considering purchasing out-of-state turnkey properties, you really need to go physically visit with the team on the ground (the turnkey operator, the PM companies, realtors), tour different neighborhoods during the day and night, visit the properties or comparable properties before/after rehab to get an idea of the quality of work done, etc. before you pull the trigger.

But even in those situations, there are cheaper and better ways to learn and be motivated (BP).By the way, I discovered Bigger Poskets when I was researching about the reviews of a guru course ( that one from the casinos place).