Since you're already in Ohio, definitely keep an eye on Columbus if you decide to expand—I'm investing here and it’s been super solid with strong population and job growth and big companies like Intel, Amazon, Google, Honda, Microsoft, LG and more investing here, plus properties still in the $120–180k range that hit the 1% rule and cash flow well.

Holds up very well

Using a two story home to comp to one story doesn’t work out that well even with the appraiser making additions and subtractions.

What would you recommend if the other lenders, whom I initially decided not to use, want to beat the rate I’ve chosen, assuming the timeline is not an issue? 

Success on any path depends more on YOU than the route chosen - they all work for the right person.

Each update was chosen to align with local buyer expectations and maximize resale value.What was the outcome?

Know beforehand what price you have to buy at, to be profitableThe simplest start is to do a search for the Average Price for homes in your chosen area.

I have no carpet anywhere in my units (only hardwood and tile or LVP), with a few washer safe throw rugs.5.

I'm sure someone is always going to have a conflict with whatever night is chosen so I'd say just pick a date and go with it. 

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