I had basically settled on Ohio and was between Columbus and Cleveland, but also looking at Dayton.

Mostly looking to learn the basics.

Nail the basics fast: verify zoning and house-hack rules, lock solid leases for the two rentals, and set written screening criteria before showings.

When I’m evaluating a refinance from an investor’s point of view, I look at a few layers beyond the basic breakeven timeline and return on cost: Opportunity Cost of Equity:I look at what else that same equity could be doing if you didn’t refinance.

The property is the main asset of the estate, and from what I’ve read, they technically have the right to redeem up until the end of the redemption period.I understand the basics: to redeem, they’d need to pay the redemption amount (sheriff’s sale price + interest + allowable costs).

Airbnb/Short Term Rental investors - I'm helping a client with global sourcing experience validate a business idea and wondering if this would actually move the needle for you...The concept: A done-for-you supply chain service that sources your recurring STR supplies (towels, toiletries, linens, etc.) directly from vetted factories in China, adds your custom branding, and ships everything consolidated to save you 20-30% vs. retail.So instead of multiple Amazon/Costco runs or risky Alibaba orders, you'd get:Branded amenities (your logo on shampoo bottles, towels, etc.)Bundled shipments every 30-60 daysQuality control and inspection handledBoutique guest experience at wholesale pricesExample: One operator projected $20K+ annual savings on 50+ units just by switching their towel and toiletry sourcing.The tradeoff: 30-day lead times vs. same-day pickup, and you'd need to plan inventory ahead.Honest question for operators with 10+ units: Are you spending $200-500+ per unit annually on supplies, or constantly dealing with inconsistent quality/stockouts?

S8 staff are basically social workers, who are underpaid and overworked.Also, aren't necessarily the brightest or best.So, there are always problems:(Your PMC will need to call & email daily to be the "squeaky wheel that gets the grease"!

Please note the information provided below is a layman's definition designed to provide a basic understanding for the general audience.

Basically - I bought My first house - made it a little nicer - refinanced it and rented it after living there for a period.

Companies newer than this are often still defining their basic operational SOPs.How many rental units do you manage?