All Forum Posts by: Todd Kalsey

@Alex Jagoditz:

We live on the East side our 1 property is close by right now. I'd like to stay on the East side for convince sake like 10-15 min drive max for mgmt sake. Since I'm a year or two away from purchasing, I'm thinking in the 60-80k range. Honestly, it's a bit early but I totally agree with you on the A/B areas. I'm thinking of possibly going the SFH 2/1 or duplex route. Probably C neighborhoods that'll cash flow a little better.

Also, to be completely honest I'm very "green" on the finance side.  Need to educate myself more there too.  As in what banks will be looking for as I know we won't be 100% cash buyers.  I'd like to bring a decent downpayment, but if rates still stay low would like to take advantage.  Time will tell, I guess.

Melissa Nevich I think Avondale falls into what was said earlier regarding a lot of Cincinnati neighborhoods.  There a some "patches" or "spots" that are really nice.   Think edge of N. Avondale near XU, Rose Ave near Avon Fields off East Mitchell and also a couple other pockets. Beautiful old homes, but difficult to find continuity within.  Evanston seems to be getting some rehabbing going on especially nearer Dana Ave and XU.  With the commercial build off the Dana Ave. exit this seems to have helped.

@Joseph Cornwell  Yes, that's what I'm wrestling with right now.  Finding that happy medium between cash flow and potential headaches.  Since I'm still a year or so away, I'm trying to due my homework and really get to know some of the areas.  Your feedback on DP vs. Silverton is quite helpful! Appreciate your time to respond!

No problem @John Casmon.  Enjoy your time here in Cincinnati.  Glad I could help!

Sean:

Couldn't agree more with you "good parts/bad parts" evaluation.  That really was the main question I had before posting.  It seems like certain sections of neighborhoods are home runs if you find something, while other parts I'd never touch.

Also, you couldn't be more correct on the DP/Silverton comparison and speaking the hard truth there.  People see it, but won't say it.  Thanks for the map and info!  

Adam:

Thanks for the feedback and insight.  Yes, agree that Lakota schools have been on the decline but I do constantly hear people looking in the WC and Liberty Township area.  I'll have to take a drive through Walnut Hills and check out the interchange construction.  Appreciate the info and also your other informative posts!

Adam, I'm a total "newbie" but I would say Mason is definitely due to arguably best school district in the suburbs. West Chester is pretty solid too for suburbs although it's more in the I-75 corridor. I'm Still solid schools, a notch below Mason in most people's minds. Not sure what the rental market is in terms of SFR in these areas or potential cash flow. More the appreciation game here IMO.

 Craig:  Appreciate the feedback on my list.  Also, Mt. Washington totally slipped my mind...thanks!

 Melissa:  Glad I could help.  Hope you enjoy our city.  Please let me know your thoughts once you swing through!

@Craig James

Craig:  Appreciate the feedback.  Mt. Washington is a great area...slipped my mind!

            Any thoughts on Deer Park? (B-)  Was thinking solid working class neighborhood, some younger professionals with starter homes.