It is a strategy that I've done with my wife 9 times in 8 years, so it is very powerful and you can live for reduced cost and sometimes for free if you do it correctly, and that's my favorite part of it.Regarding the Section 8 question, I'm very familiar with Section 8 since I've down it on about 8 units total in my 20 unit portfolio in Denver, Aurora and Englewood, so I've worked with all the housing authorities and understand the program very well. 

The program has had an overhaul recently and they are much more responsive now.

I’m also interested in learning more about any local networking groups, masterminds, coaching programs, or investor communities that are strong in Columbus.Since my background is Cleveland, I’m approaching Columbus with a serious, long term mindset and want to make sure I’m aligned with the right teams and market intelligence before scaling there.If you are actively investing in Columbus multifamily or know someone who is, feel free to comment here or message me.

As of January 30, 2026, the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) is once again closed for business.

Does anybody have experience leasing to VA (programs)?

For 12 months I rented the property out for $3,000 per month triple net, and at the end of 12 months once the state issued a clean certificate of closure my tenant purchased the property from me through an SBA loan for $335,000.  

I will handle tenant turn over/relations, cleaning and clean outs, emergencies, repairs, upgrades, certificates of occupancy/inspections. 

If you or anyone here can put close to $500 down and give me a certain percentage on a couple of deals you do I could give you access to the whole program. 

I joined the program to build something together.

My plan is to take advantage of the NYC First-Time Homebuyer Program and SONYMA, and I’ve decided that home-hacking is the best strategy for me.I’ve been looking at properties in Upper Manhattan — particularly Harlem and Washington Heights — as well as parts of Brooklyn, but prices are very high.