Welcome to BP, Preston! Love the mindset shift you and your partners are making—moving from arbitrage to ownership is a big step, and Section 8 can definitely provide stable cash flow while helping people out. Since Ohio is on your radar, I’d highly recommend checking out Columbus. I moved here from Portland back in 2020 to invest and now own 10+ rentals in the area, including some Section 8. The rental demand here is super strong and Columbus is growing fast—Intel is building a $26B chip plant nearby, plus Amazon, Google, Honda, Anduril, and more are investing heavily here, which means jobs and people needing housing. You can still find properties in the $120-180K range that cash flow well, and the city is pretty landlord-friendly which makes Section 8 easier to navigate. For insurance, it’s straightforward here without crazy premiums since we’re not dealing with the natural disasters you’re trying to avoid. I’d suggest finding a good local property manager familiar with Section 8 because navigating inspections and requirements is much easier with someone experienced. Same goes for reliable inspectors and contractors for light reno work—having a solid local team makes all the difference, especially from out of state. Happy to connect and answer any questions you have!