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And these gems have always been there, if you are willing to understand your markets, demographics and local rules and regs.

It's a 70s vintage deal, 400+ units, with a lot of nearby competition, so certainly there is some risk elevation from the asset/market, but that's the least of the problem here, in my opinion.If the numbers on CoStar are correct, the property was purchased at the very top of the market for $47M, with a $39.4M bridge loan (that would likely mature this year). 

That duplex sounds like a smart way to get started — house hacking first is such a great way to learn the ropes while keeping your costs down.Cincinnati’s market has some hidden gems, so it’s smart you’re checking in with others to make sure you’re not missing anything.

I found some awesome vintage and more recent hi res photos of the Greenville area online at the Library of Congress.

This allowed me to weed out hundreds of properties THEN do my due diligence on a few remaining and find some real gems.

Something I’ve learned while starting out is that local banks and credit unions can sometimes be more flexible than big banks when it comes to investment loans. They actually get to know you, not just your numbers. De...

I get to wake up one day with a purpose that I can drive around preferably in the sunlight, walk around, go admire some beautiful craftsmanship, touch and get a connection with people (investors, buyers, tenants, subcontractors, vendors), also the satisfaction from turning a turd into a gem. 

For buy & hold cash flow, a few general tips:Look for landlord-friendly states with strong rental demand (college towns, military bases, or growing job markets).Vintage matters — properties built after the 1980s tend to have fewer headaches, especially for remote investors.Brick construction or slab foundations can cut down on long-term maintenance costs.Neighborhood quality: B or B+ class areas often hit that sweet spot between tenant quality and price-to-rent ratio.Also, connect with local property managers early — they can be gold when vetting neighborhoods and tenant profiles.

It's not easy work but I enjoy finding the 'gems'.