Investing in Cincinnati Ohio

[Adam Newcomb]

Hello, I've been lurking in the forums for close to 6 months and thought it was time to properly introduce myself. My name is Adam Newcomb. I live in San Diego but grew up in the 'burbs of Cincinnati (Batavia and West Chester). I've learned quite a bit over the past few months from all the insightful posts and content available on BiggerPockets (podcasts and books) and really recognize what a wonderful resource this platform is. I'm hoping to leverage this resource further by connecting with others to find my next deal. I currently own two properties (primary residence and sfh rental) in San Diego and feel fairly exposed to an appreciation market. My goal is to diversify my real estate position by acquiring at least two cash flow generating doors (buy and hold) in the next six months. I'm looking for a cocroi of > ~10% and likely deals which include forced appreciation through light rehab. I'm drawn to the greater Cincinnati area because of the job growth and corporate base, familiarity, and my network of "boots on ground". I'd love to connect with others so please feel free to reach out. A hit list of topics I'm interested in: -are there good local lenders? I have good credit and a good full time job and would like to use leverage as much as I can -are there success or horror stories about areas I should consider heavily or avoid? I've seen pleasant ridge brought up a bunch? Any insights? -are there good investor friendly real estate agents I should speak with? What is a good strategy for balancing a realtor and wholesalers? -anybody having luck with hudhomestore, homeopath, or homesteps? Is this a good way to find deals above beyond mls -are there any reia's that use technology or phone conferences so I could join remotely? This has been a big downside being so far away. I miss out on lots of networking. -are there food multi family opportunities in the area? As a father of two I understand the sfh most but am very open to mfh opportunities I'm looking forward to connecting and hoping we can do good things together.