I can compare as though all units have a 75% LTV (I artificially lower some of the cash flow if the LTV is lower than 75%).Cash flow is a single profit source.

Seriously, If you have internet and can read, chances are you probably don't need oneunfortunately, it is often impossible to avoid them as this parasitic cartel is unfortunately deeply ingrained into the system, but you can maybe save half the commission.Anyone with average intelligence can go on internet and figure out what’s a property worth.

Real estate is the best long-term investment because it protects against inflation and provides a certain security from the moment the purchase is made intelligently.

And I appreciate the bit on emotional intelligence.

While I think it would be almost impossible to argue that Columbus doesn't currently have a better market than the other two options, I'm concerned that the craze to buy there has created artificially inflated value.

Well, choose a market, a farm area within that market and make intelligent offers for houses in your farm area.

I have to stop putting artificial limits and stop fearing failure.

@Bob Prisco the numbers make perfect sense and I’m gathering inside intelligence from BOTG/investors and brokers.

I've put an artificial time frame at around 6-9 month.

You seem intelligent and like a good person so I'm sure you will be successful but don't let this steer you from REI.