Yeah, I was just talking commercial with an investor there this morning, and talking about a potential fourplex in the area.
I haven't done any of what your doing (duplex fix ups, holding land, or small commericals), at least not there in MI, all my holdings out there are SFRs.
For example, I've bought some in Warren, Roseville, and Eastpointe in the last few months.
I think there's some great potential there.
Interesting that you're starting now, when under your location it says aiming for FI in summer 2014. Are you looking for extra cash flow for FI? Starting a business six months before FIRE seems like an unusual thing. Planning to do it part time as semi-ER, or what?
Good luck, would love to hear your thoughts on your market and keep us updated on how it goes!