They are overpriced areas and more family oriented. 

Sweeping criminal behavior under the rug or turning a blind eye to it will damage its credibility.

They have held up very well and have built in recliners, but you could also get a sleeper sofa for more heads in beds.We bought rugs and other stuff at Lazy boy too. 

Our strategy is much more long-term oriented, or to quote our friend Buffet, "Our favorite holding period is forever."

Me and my partners operate Raise the Standard out of Milwaukee, WI an investor oriented full service business.

I'll make sure to check out sales teams that are more real-estate oriented and consider the possibility of getting a gig as an appraiser or in insurance! 

Columbus, Ohio, is quietly emerging as one of the strongest examples of this trend.Why Columbus Stands Out for Investors:Affordability with Strong Returns – Home prices remain accessible compared to national averages, while median rents have shown consistent growth, creating favorable rent-to-price ratios.Population and Job Growth – With Ohio State University, a robust healthcare system, and major employers expanding—most notably Intel’s $20B investment—Columbus is attracting new residents at one of the fastest rates in the Midwest.Revitalization and Development – Significant city and private investments are reshaping downtown and surrounding neighborhoods, fueling appreciation and long-term demand.Investor-Friendly Climate – Ohio remains comparatively landlord-friendly, allowing owners to better protect cash flow and streamline operations.Strategic Location – Columbus sits within a day’s drive of 50% of the U.S. population, strengthening its role as a logistics and business hub.The Takeaway: Columbus is no longer just a “stable” Midwest market—it is evolving into a growth-oriented environment where investors can combine cash flow with appreciation potential.

They won’t nitpick a 4-point the way retail buyers do; they just want the numbers to make sense.I know it feels like the rug keeps getting yanked, but this is kind of how the first flip goes for a lot of people.

.- Explore creative financing strategies and build relationships with private lenders, hard money lenders, and wholesalers.I’m focused on being transparent, disciplined, and long-term oriented.

I'm very numbers oriented, so I have this spreadsheet I've been creating: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Stm6OkkDAsQ4crI4WoV0M26NYBCcSgkU88DuraiVj_A/edit?