Revised Code, specifically Chapter 5323,-------Designate an agent: The owner must designate an in-state agent for service of process.”

Everything is up to code, except the foundation, which is unique.Any thoughts or ideas appreciated..... :-) Have you tried a local bank yet? 

Are certain ZIP codes or neighborhoods better for long-term renters vs. others?

In many municipalities this triggers zoning, licensing, or code requirements tied to boarding houses, rooming houses, or transient use.

You could focus on certain ZIP codes.

the best, and i think most useful section, was the one on appraising properties that presented the rules of thumb the community relies on.if you ever plan to updated it with more information, i think it could use sections on more practical nuts and bolts aspects of being a landlord such as - how to write advertisements (following fair housing law), getting buildings up to code, creating leases, the eviction process, etc. maybe that's too finely focused, but i feel like you have a really great guide started here that could become all-inclusive. thanks so much!

If it were me, I would emphasise the consequences of them doing this (like dying in a fire), then have them sign a disclosure that reads something like this:                              "Basement Use Restriction: The basement area is finished but does not meet legal requirements for sleeping quarters or bedrooms under local building codes due to the absence of a required egress window/door (fire escape).

You can't really invest by zip code in Toledo, although it might be a decent starting point to get a general sense of what things sell and rent for.

It's why we have a color-coded map on our website.Your comment about PMCs is also spot-on as roughly 50% of PMCs operating in Detroit aren't properly licensed:(! 

Managing 20 doors in one apartment complex is one thing - managing 20 doors spread across 8 different zip codes is a logistical beast.