Is a Midterm Rental a Smart First Investment Strategy in Columbus

[Melissa Adams]

Hi everyone! I'm a first-time investor preparing to buy my first property in the next 6+ months and I'm exploring a midterm rental (30+ days) strategy in Columbus, OH. 
My goal is to generate solid cash flow without getting overwhelmed by short-term turnover. I'm considering targeting: 

*Airline crew near CMH

*Traveling professionals or contractors downtown

I'm trying to decide whether an MTR is a smart first step compared to a traditional long-term rental. 

For anyone who's started with MTRS or made the switch:

*What were the biggest surprises (good or bad)?

*Any pros or cons I should know as a first-timer?

*Did the numbers work out better than long-term rentals?

Thanks for the insight- I'm here to learn and plan carefully before jumping in! 

#MidtermRental #MTR #ColumbusOH #FirstTimeInvestor #ExtendedStay

[Allen Duan]

Not sure if he's on Bigger Pockets, but Ben Vail is my MTR go to for the Columbus market. I'm sure he can help with any market specific questions. https://www.housepitality.io/

I manage MTRs in Los Angeles, so let me know if I can help in any way.