With careful planning and installation of multi-zone mini-split systems, renovators can achieve a comfortable, energy-efficient environment that appeals to potential buyers, overcoming the challenges of limited space for traditional ductwork and enhancing the property's value through the added benefit of zoned climate control.Good luck with your project,KC 

It helps me explain to investors the potential return on investment for properties they may see potential in.

Potentially buying the property 5% or more above actual value.

Hi Jonathan,No shame plug here 😁We have been operating a turnkey company with in-house property management in Toledo (45min from Detroit) since 2014.Here is a thread about us so you can see the good, bad and the ugly over the last 10 years - https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/92/topics/185261-ohio-c...With that said, I love Detroit and have always seen a tonne of potential in the market.Wishing you much success 🙏👍

Compare potential rents to your monthly all-in.

In the midterm space most guests do not want to put utilities in their name for relatively short stays, particularly if the utility requires a credit check or substantial deposit so if you don't offer paid utilities it will cut down on your pool of potential renters.

It's an easier market to break into compared to CA and has a ton of potential for growth.  

How’s someone with little or no real estate knowledge and experience going to be able to (1) IDENTIFY the one “hidden” great deal amongst the 3,000 others (2) compete against the large wholesale operators spending $10,000 to $15,000 EACH MONTH on marketing/advertising and (3) find the time necessary to follow up on the 100 possible deals it takes to POSSIBLY get 1 makeable deal?  

For individuals navigating the demands of a w2 job and grappling with substantial tax obligations, exploring the potential of short-term rentals unveils a compelling avenue to mitigate tax burdens.

What are the primary benefits and potential risks associated with this approach?