All Forum Posts by: Jeremy Melloul

Hey Kamari,

Welcome to BP and the exciting world of real estate investing! The book "Rich Dad Poor Dad" has transformed countless lives, including mine. BP has been equally impactful. Two years ago, I relocated from LA to Columbus, OH, drawn by the promising real estate market here. It has been a game-changer for my investment journey.

I'm here to help in any way I can, so feel free to reach out anytime. Hope to hear from you soon!

Hey Vincent, to echo Samuel's comment, Columbus, OH, is a great market to invest in—I would argue the best in the country at the moment. Columbus is definitely an appreciation play for sure. On average, homes in the area have seen an increase of 8.18%, significantly higher than the national average, which typically ranges between 2-3%.  Also, in Ohio, the landlord-tenant laws heavily favor landlords. Typically, only a 30-day notice to vacate is required to get a tenant to vacate and the eviction process itself is also relatively straightforward.

I hope I was able to help with narrowing down your search. Good luck!

Hey Cory- congrats on the business! Love to see people start their own thing. I’m in columbus but my CPA is in Los Angeles. He is licensed in all states and is very real estate investor friendly. He’s an investor himself. He’s a ninja and knows his stuff. Let me know if you want his contact. DM me.

Hey Nathaniel, 

First off, thank you for your service. I'm a huge supporter of our service men and women. Much gratitude 🙏. 

Second, I'm glad you're here on BiggerPockets. It's the place to be for all things REI. Im huge fan of the Columbus Market for all the same reasons others have posted about in this thread. Would love to chat any time about this market and why you should invest here.

Stay safe!
 

Hey Ryan- I just moved from LA to Columbus specifically for the RE Market. Columbus is on the rise. Billions and billions of dollars are being invested in the city and central OH. Currently, Columbus is the fastest growing city in America.

Ohio is very Landlord Friendly. It’s a Red state so there are less regulations.

Airbnb is pretty solid here too. AirDNA gives it an overall market score of 93 (out of 100). No regulations other than getting a short term rental permit which costs $150. You can do that online. 

Unfortunately I don’t know much about the Philadelphia market but I do know Columbus is on the rise.

I hope I was able to help. Good luck!

Hey Alex! Columbus is definitely the market to invest in. Let’s chat.

Hey Dennis- welcome to REI! It's exciting and nerve racking but once you get your first deal done you're confidence and skills will grow and you'll be well on your way.

I’d recommend Columbus, OH. It’s the fastest growing city in America with a relatively low barrier for entry poised for tremendous appreciation.  With $200k to invest you could purchase a nice little portfolio of 2-4 units properties her in Columbus.  I understand wanting to be local but I’d encourage you to be flexible on that so your options aren’t limited.

hope I was able to add some value. Feel free to DM me if you want to talk more REI!

Jeremy

Ryan- I would definitely take a look into OH. Columbus and Cleveland. Cleveland has more cash flow opportunities while Columbus you can find some cashflow opportunities but it’s more of an appreciation play since the city is growing so fast. Would be happy chat it up with you. 

Hope you find your market and deal!

Hey Lonnie- welcome to BP and REI. I understand what it's like to live in an expensive CA city, I lived in LA! I decided to move to Columbus OH where there's a much lower barrier for entry than LA but with a tremendous upside. Currently, Columbus is the fastest growing city in America and is a great place to start investing in real estate. Let me know if you'd like to talk some more about it.

welcome!

Jeremy

When targeting markets for investments under $250k, there are several factors to consider, including affordability, rental demand, economic growth, and potential for appreciation. Ultimately, the best market for investing under $250k will depend on factors like your risk tolerance, investment goals, and personal preferences. I personally think Columbus, OH, is the best market for $250k and under. It checks all the boxes regarding the factors I listed above. Currently, Columbus is the fastest-growing city in America, and with good reason. I could go on and on about why one should invest in this city and state, so if you're interested in hearing more, feel free to DM me. 

I hope I was able to shed some light on your search. Happy hunting!