The file downloads off of the government site as a .txt file.

That predictability is a plus for long-term cash flow planning.Infill Construction Opportunities: Submarkets like Northeast Columbia and Lexington are issuing more permits for small-scale residential construction — ideal for investors targeting build-to-rent strategies.Student + Government Rental Demand: With the University of South Carolina and a concentration of government jobs, Columbia offers a base of steady tenants in neighborhoods like Rosewood, Shandon, and Forest Acres.Landlord-Friendly Environment: Compared to more regulated cities, Columbia’s policies are still relatively favorable to landlords — especially those operating long-term rentals.💡 Investor Takeaway: Columbia may not be a “flashy” market, but it offers what savvy investors often value most: steady cash flow, growth potential in emerging pockets, and manageable entry costs.Anyone here currently investing in Columbia or considering it?

@Marcus Auerbach  wow what an egregious government over reach re Koble vs MarquartAny chance the legislature will address this?

Shows just how out of touch these government bureaucrats are.  

When you're talking about interest rates dropping I think you mean mortgage rates but the government isn't getting rich off of those.

How many Federal Government jobs is there?

Lots of investors see this “government guaranteed” rent at a higher level than “free market” rent and think they’ve uncovered a gold mine.Perhaps some have.  

I am a Financial Literacy/Government teacher in Central Ohio but love investing in real estate.Currently own 6 doors across Ohio and Alabama. 

When done right, the guaranteed government portion of rent helps smooth out income and can make underwriting a lot more predictable — especially in a lower-income market.

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