Is it understanding the code, submitting drawings, or dealing with city officials?

I’m also a licensed real estate agent in Michigan and still actively investing there, working with a team on the ground that handles sourcing, renovations, and management.Couple quick thoughts for you:Neighborhoods / Zip Codes: Detroit is super block-by-block.

The zoning information says:PA Primary Zone5700 DUPLEXES - GENERALPrimary Land Use0101 RESIDENTIAL - SINGLE FAMILY : 1 UNITAdditionally, I found some code violations.

I used to define markets by state but now we do by zip codes and strategy. there's 440 zips in ohio, 7 of which we do business in which are downtown columbus and that is the urban core and urban core adacjent. rents are higher, property values are higher, developer and density friendly, low risk land or infill land, plus fastest appreciation in the market.

Here are a few tips to help you streamline the process:- Double-check local building codes early- Prepare clear 2D and 3D plans for submissions- Communicate early with city planners to avoid surprisesFeel free to ask me questions about permits, drawings, or how to avoid common pitfalls.

What zip code is it in, 48235? 

Once my final 3 projects are completed there, I won't be in another project with a Philly zip code for some time. 

We ended up replacing most of the wiring in the place as some was knob and tube, and some was ungrounded and not up to current code and safety. 

During one of my rehabs they made me replace a brand new window I installed because it was 2 inches short from code.

The Wall Street Journal just flagged the biggest month jump in negative-equity loans in five years - half a MILLION homeowners now owe more than their house is worth.Boom-town darlings like Austin, TX and Cape Coral, FL are already off ~20 % from peak pricing, and the crash isn’t done.Translation for us wholesalers:They can’t list conventionally (agent fees would force a check at closing).They can’t refi (LTV blown out).They still need to move - job change, divorce, adjustable-rate resets.Why it matters:It's a perfect storm for short sales, sub-to’s, wraps—deals hobbyists skip.So, speed wins this wave, not bigger lists.How we’re surfacing these highly distressed AND motivated sellersFilter county deeds for purchases between Mar 2020–Jun 2022.Overlay current AVM vs. original loan balance → flag ≥100 % LTV.Cross-match with 30-day late payment filings to jump the line.We're working with our devs to monitor based on these rules - same way we track probates and code violations.