All Forum Posts by: Brandon Goldsmith

If its possible its usually best to start local. If it isn't then you might want to consider some states in the midwest. Typically most are pretty landlord friendly @Ajay Renga

What would be the main job the company would be doing in Columbus? Managing property, checking rehab updates etc... @Patty Massett

I personally invest in Columbus, There are a few others that have a little bit better of cashflow but not as much as appreciation/ cashflow combo @Justin Rush

I typically recommend getting started by house hacking. It is the easiest way to get your feet wet and into the industry. So if you can buy locally and it makes sense then I would. If you do look out of state, there are a handful of markets in the Midwest, specifically Ohio, where the numbers might make sense. @Justin Rush

There is always the option of house hacking a SFH with a co-signer, but double-check with some lenders who have portfolio products. There are a handful here in Columbus that the restrictions might not be as strict @Codey Wendel

Columbus, Cincinnati and Cleveland are going to be the main markets in Ohio with Columbus having more of a growth focus and the other 2 being a little more heavy on cashflow @Solongo Ganbold

Investing in your own backyard is always best but if it not feasible then looking out of state is the next best option. I would suggest narrowing down a few markets that fit your goals @Yigal Uriel

If your goal is cashflow then Columbus won't be as good on paper as Dayton or Cleveland. Cashflow is still able to be achieved here but not as same as the other markets since it is a high growth market and rapidly developing so properties are a little more expensive @Timothy Christian Jr

Cleveland will be better overall for the cashflow but the long term benefits are more in Columbus. MTR could be accomplished in both cities though. @Robert Krzesinski

Its always easiest to invest where you live but if that isn't feasible then out of state would be better. If you haven't done many rehabs then I would definitely start with a turnkey property and a manger in place @Al Lee