I came across this article from Kellogg Insight showing how online sports betting is eating into people’s savings.

My team and I work with a lot of investors in the metro area as well.

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.

Staying updated on market trends and tenant preferences in the region will empower you to make well-informed decisions.Every experience, whether favorable or challenging, plays a role in your development as a property owner.

my firm does foreign national loans all the time. it's not an issue. any loan officers you talk to that are confused by that are not well informed. you're looking at an LTV reduction and a slight increase in rate maybe, but it can easily be done.

To pay my contractors and employees I collect their bank information and can send an ACH directly to their bank account. 

With inventory tight and rates mixed, some investors pick up existing deals, others go ground-up.
We’ve funded both ends: new builds and acquisitions.
Which side are you favoring this year and why?

I have a similar question related to guest check-in form.

Your best bet is between Yardi Voyager and AppFolio. 

I'd be doing full-blown reno on the place as well.