In retrospect pole dancing is NOW considered a 'sport' & may soon be an Olympic contender. 

These guys will flood the market with supply and I am pretty sure they will adopt some pretty aggressive pricing, forcing us to contend with lowering our prices, too.

My wife is what I would consider fairly supportive but doesn't quite buy into real estate, and is  averse in general which creates psychological road blocks that I need to contend with. 

Originally posted by @Remington Lyman:Originally posted by @Matt Slease:Looking for my first deal and found a contender I wanted a second opinion on. 

Markets like Cleveland and Columbus offer interesting possibilities as well.If cashflow is your top priority, Cleveland's reliable rents and predictable income could be a strong contender. 

Of course, control your lifestyle, but you might have more expenses.You'll need to keep up with your real estate properties, e.g. remodels and maybe 1031's to handle your tax liability.I still contend to expand into other investment avenues, especially more passive and perhaps "less complicated" tax liability situations.Good luck. 

As I mentioned, Ohio Cashflow is one of our top contenders and would love to know more about your company.Thanks again!

traffic in the unit,, 1 person verses multiple people equal more wear and tear and your building will show it.I'd go single person,, don't do rent in advance,, or let it spill over what your paid this year for next years rental income / taxes.. section 8 requires a inspection if your unit doesn't pass you'll be delayed in placing the other tenant and the paperwork required is alot to contend with. 

Id contend, and Im curious to know what @Ned Carey thinks of this, that the biggest challenge is the municipal risk involved in Baltimore, with a local government that is largely anti-landlord, and a city constantly on the verge of bankruptcy. 

Meanwhile up North we have this & it's a Nobel Prize contender if successful.