MoFin clearly couldn’t accept the criticism and retaliated by publicly disclosing my personal information— all because I left a bad review. 

Targeting student rentals in a market like Columbus can offer excellent cash flow, and renting by the room is a proven strategy to maximize it.You've asked the two most critical questions for a remote investor.

Either way, @Josh Green is in your neck of the woods and will be a critical component to having on your team.

It stretched me beyond just writing a check — I had to think about how financing, cash flow, and title work across multiple properties interact.Challenges & Lessons Learned (as the funding partner):Title coordination: Watching the operators juggle multiple closings at once gave me an appreciation for how complex portfolios can be compared to single deals.Cash flow management: I saw firsthand how critical it is to plan rehab draws carefully when several properties are in motion at the same time.Exit flexibility: From the lender’s seat, I realized how valuable it is when operators have multiple exit strategies (hold, refinance, sell individually).

That is why working with someone that is experienced is so critical to miss this big missteps. 

This information isn’t just for tax season; it’s critical for making informed, strategic decisions about the portfolio as a whole.

That first meeting is critical for due diligence.

Most investors hit their ceiling because of capital, not opportunity. If you had access to another lender or partner ready to fund, how much more could you scale in 2025?

With smart, proactive planning, you can reduce your tax burden and give yourself greater financial freedom as your portfolio grows.Equally critical is building a strong asset protection strategy.

Not all buyers are the same.And in 2026, it’s critical for realtors to understand the difference.Too many agents are still grouping wholesalers and buy-and-hold investors together.But they’re not the same — not even close.Wholesalers are deal finders.They’re looking for assignments, spreads, and fast movement.They rarely close these days because of the horrendous duplication of gurus.They rarely buy and hold because of their personality.