Hello All, Last year I did my first Cost Segregation study on a STR property I own in Butler-Tarkington, Indianapolis, IN.

Hey Kevin, Columbus, OH is a strong market to invest in!

Where to house hack depends on your price point & what kind of neighborhood your personally want to live in. 

One suggestion, when I do large electrical upgrades I will have an electrician to the actual electrical work, but I won't have him repair all the walls and ceilings he has to cut holes in.

On the water why did it come in? 

Also, what kind of properties do you currently invest in? 

Owning gives you equity, control, and long-term stability, even if the buy-in is higher.When choosing a market, focus on regulation stability, consistent demand, and reliable local support.

Whether financing  a home or investment property the cost to get in is a lot less costly getting in if you occupy. 

Not directly related to the question, but what kind of neighborhood are you buying in- is this some kind of war zone?

As in, I would be buying the most expensive property in the area or some features that are not changeable.