All Forum Posts by: Najma Osman

Hi @Michael Estacion, finding a good neighborhood and fully committing is best! Congrats on starting your portfolio out of state! I think this is awesome, it forces you to really be an investor instead of landlord. When considering OOS investing, look for markets with strong economic fundamentals, such as job growth, population growth, and low unemployment rates. This can help ensure that there is a demand for rental properties in the area.

It does not matter where you start as long as you develop your Core 4. The core 4 is David Greene’s long-distance investing strategy and consists of a realtor, contractor, property manager, and lender. Once you have this team in place, you should be able to invest in any market confidently. When vetting homes that are out of state, it's important to work with a trusted agent who has experience in the local market. They can provide valuable insights about the property, its condition, and the local rental market.

Since you are looking at different markets, consider looking into Columbus, Ohio. As a local investor, I think we have a great market!

Hi @Jared Abelson, I would also suggest removing them to avoid any privacy issues. You can use them for your new primary home. 

Hi Adrian, congrats on expanding your portfolio! As a local investor, I look forward to connecting. 

Hi @Matthew Sichel, 

It sounds like you're in a great position to get yourself closer to your goals of financial freedom. Since the Cleveland market is working out for you, I would consider acquiring more property in the area. If you are looking for a market with more appreciation, check out Columbus. I personally focus my investments in Columbus, which has seen a significant increase in property values and is expected to continue this trend in the future. This is due in large part to major corporations like Intel, Honda, Nationwide Children's Hospital, and Wexner Medical Center investing heavily in the region and creating numerous job opportunities. Hope this helps!

Hi @Tyler Piciullo

If the numbers are not working where you live look at investing in other markets. A good place to start would be markets in the Midwest with lots of population growth and job opportunities. I would recommend checking out Columbus OH and Cleveland OH. Columbus has seen great appreciation with many new jobs being created from large expansions by companies such as Intel, Honda, Amazon, Nationwide Children's hospital and Wexner Medical Center. It is also home to Ohio State which has 60,000+ students. Cleveland is another great option here as it is consistently known as a top market for cash flow with opportunities to get in at a low PP.

Hi @Braeden Cobb, 

What pulled you to Toledo? I invest locally in Columbus, Ohio and I think it's a great option to consider. Columbus has seen great appreciation with many new jobs being created from large expansions by companies such as Intel, Honda, Amazon, Nationwide Children's hospital and Wexner Medical Center. It is also home to Ohio State which has 60,000+ students. 

Hi @Joan Garcia Hernandez, 

Welcome to BP! It's great that you're starting your investing journey so young! I look forward to connecting and feel free to reach out with any questions. 

Hi @Aram Jawad, 

Well said! I think Columbus is a great market to get into right now with good price points and a great mix of appreciation and cash flow. 

Hi @Codey Wendel, welcome to bigger pockets, I look forward to connecting!

Hi @Quintin Johnson, 

I look forward to connecting!