Investing in Columbus, Ohio

[Ram Kothandan]

Hi,

How are you doing? I really appreciate your time and valuable advice. 

I am a beginner investor, looking to invest in buy and hold residential real estate, for cash-flow and possible appreciation. We live in long island, ny, where it is difficult to get good investment properties.
We are looking to invest in Columbus, OH. Our budget range is up to 120K, for a duplex house.
Can someone please advise us the areas where it is better to invest? Also, we need some advice about when is the best time of the year to buy in Columbus to get better deals. Appreciate your help!