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Any insight into Ohio Rental market / turnkey investments

Kate Stephens
Rental Property Investor · Ventura, CA · Member since 2016 · 62 posts · 34 votes

Hi,

I'm new to biggerpockets so this is my first post!  I'm very inspired by all of the success stories and advice on here. I have a few rental properties in California and am looking at changing direction and investing in Ohio for better cash flow. I'd love any feedback on Ohio as an investment market (I have no ties there just seemed to make sense based on the returns but can look anywhere really). I'll need a trusted turnkey partner due to the distance, a busy job and being a Mom. Would love any recommendations or feedback on things to look out for. Thank you!

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Robert EllisBusiness Member
Developer · Miami, FL · Member since 2014 · 3k+ posts · 1k+ votes
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Originally posted by @Kate Stephens:

Hi,

I'm new to biggerpockets so this is my first post!  I'm very inspired by all of the success stories and advice on here. I have a few rental properties in California and am looking at changing direction and investing in Ohio for better cash flow. I'd love any feedback on Ohio as an investment market (I have no ties there just seemed to make sense based on the returns but can look anywhere really). I'll need a trusted turnkey partner due to the distance, a busy job and being a Mom. Would love any recommendations or feedback on things to look out for. Thank you!

If you are looking in Ohio for only cash flow and want more opportunities, I'd check out Toledo (my hometown) or cleveland as well as Columbus. there is a group by the name of Ohio Cash Flow Properties that does turnkey rentals out of Toledo. If you are considering Columbus, I can give you a few areas for almost all cash flow. But there will be a lot more opportunities and less competition outside of central OH. 

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  • James Wise
    Real Estate Broker · Cleveland Dayton Cincinnati Toledo Columbus & Akron, OH · Member since 2013 · 31k+ posts · 20k+ votes
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    Welcome to the site @Kate Stephens I don't have 1st hand knowlege of the entire state of Ohio but a very popular investment market is the Cleveland market.

    Give The Ultimate Guide to Grading Cleveland Neighborhoods a read for some insight into that market.

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  • Steve Gay
    Medina, OH · Member since 2016 · 11 posts · 3 votes
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    @James Wise are you going to be at the REI next Wednesday in Independence? I would love to ask you questions about potential investment opportunities.

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  • James Wise
    Real Estate Broker · Cleveland Dayton Cincinnati Toledo Columbus & Akron, OH · Member since 2013 · 31k+ posts · 20k+ votes
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    Originally posted by @Steve Gay:

    @James Wise are you going to be at the REI next Wednesday in Independence? I would love to ask you questions about potential investment opportunities.

     Not sure what event your speaking of but no I don't have anything scheduled in Independence on Wednesday.

    However, feel free to contact us at the Holton-Wise office and myself or one of our agents will be able to answer some investment questions for you. 

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  • Isaac RowePro Member
    Rental Property Investor · Cleveland, OH · Member since 2014 · 214 posts · 86 votes
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    Cleveland ROCKS! :)  

    [email protected]440-822-8422
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  • James MaraditsPro Member
    Real Estate Broker · Cleveland, OH · Member since 2015 · 239 posts · 224 votes
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    @Kate Stephens I travel the country for work (in California as I type this) and I can confidently say Cleveland is a great place with a great market! @James Wise knows his stuff in the Cleveland area and operates a one stop shop for turnkey.  Shout out to @Isaac Rowe as well for being a good guy working the Cleveland area as well!

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  • Jason Goretzki
    Fort Lauderdale, FL · Member since 2016 · 214 posts · 95 votes
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    My two properties are in Akron, Ohio, as well as a close friend has four in another city.  But just referencing the state of Ohio is kind of a broad stroke, as there are many large & rural suburban areas.  Obviously there are the bigger cities, Cleveland, Columbus, Cincinnati, the smaller cities, Toledo, Akron, Dayton, & even smaller towns like Sandusky, Fremont, Mansfield.   While I don't know the anywhere close the entire state intimately, we have been successful with our areas at an introductory level.  Lots of available units, with the property values lower now, & no shortage of tenants.

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  • Rebecca G.
    Real Estate Agent · Dayton OH (dayton, oh) · Member since 2016 · 194 posts · 123 votes
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    I agree with Paul Parker Toledo is definitely a great place to invest. Paul is great at drumming up deals here, I follow him closely
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  • Engelo RumoraBusiness Member
    Investor · Toledo, OH · Member since 2013 · 4k+ posts · 2k+ votes
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    Originally posted by @Rebecca G.:

    I agree with Paul Parker Toledo is definitely a great place to invest. Paul is great at drumming up deals here, I follow him closely

    Where is Toledo?

    Is that the Toledo in Spain you're talking about lol

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  • Rebecca G.
    Real Estate Agent · Dayton OH (dayton, oh) · Member since 2016 · 194 posts · 123 votes
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    Toledo Spain is overpriced and the turnkeys there have low cap rates Engelo Rumora . Toledo Ohio on the other hand is a diamond in the rough lol
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  • Robert EllisBusiness Member
    Developer · Miami, FL · Member since 2014 · 3k+ posts · 1k+ votes
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    Originally posted by @Kate Stephens:

    Hi,

    I'm new to biggerpockets so this is my first post!  I'm very inspired by all of the success stories and advice on here. I have a few rental properties in California and am looking at changing direction and investing in Ohio for better cash flow. I'd love any feedback on Ohio as an investment market (I have no ties there just seemed to make sense based on the returns but can look anywhere really). I'll need a trusted turnkey partner due to the distance, a busy job and being a Mom. Would love any recommendations or feedback on things to look out for. Thank you!

    If you are looking in Ohio for only cash flow and want more opportunities, I'd check out Toledo (my hometown) or cleveland as well as Columbus. there is a group by the name of Ohio Cash Flow Properties that does turnkey rentals out of Toledo. If you are considering Columbus, I can give you a few areas for almost all cash flow. But there will be a lot more opportunities and less competition outside of central OH. 

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  • Engelo RumoraBusiness Member
    Investor · Toledo, OH · Member since 2013 · 4k+ posts · 2k+ votes
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    Originally posted by @Robert Ellis:
    Originally posted by @Kate Stephens:

    Hi,

    I'm new to biggerpockets so this is my first post!  I'm very inspired by all of the success stories and advice on here. I have a few rental properties in California and am looking at changing direction and investing in Ohio for better cash flow. I'd love any feedback on Ohio as an investment market (I have no ties there just seemed to make sense based on the returns but can look anywhere really). I'll need a trusted turnkey partner due to the distance, a busy job and being a Mom. Would love any recommendations or feedback on things to look out for. Thank you!

    If you are looking in Ohio for only cash flow and want more opportunities, I'd check out Toledo (my hometown) or cleveland as well as Columbus. there is a group by the name of Ohio Cash Flow Properties that does turnkey rentals out of Toledo. If you are considering Columbus, I can give you a few areas for almost all cash flow. But there will be a lot more opportunities and less competition outside of central OH. 

    Toledo is a very solid cashflow market.

    But then all of Ohio is also :)

    I always stress to investors that they first need to focus on finding the right team and then worry about the numbers.

    A good team will make your investment while a bad one will break it. 

    So it is crucial to focus on the team first.

    Much success

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  • Jason Gray
    Note Buyer · Fresno, CA · Member since 2014 · 34 posts · 11 votes
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    @Rebecca G. @Engelo Rumora

    Do you know a realtor or some bird-dogs in the area? I have a deal I'm looking at that is off market and I'd like to have someone get some pics to finalize my DD on it. 
    PM me. I'd be happy to take care of your time/gas

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  • Rebecca G.
    Real Estate Agent · Dayton OH (dayton, oh) · Member since 2016 · 194 posts · 123 votes
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    Jason Gray tried to send pm, says your details are hidden. Send me a message so we can converse
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  • Engelo RumoraBusiness Member
    Investor · Toledo, OH · Member since 2013 · 4k+ posts · 2k+ votes
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    Originally posted by @Jason Gray:

    @Rebecca G. @Engelo Rumora

    Do you know a realtor or some bird-dogs in the area? I have a deal I'm looking at that is off market and I'd like to have someone get some pics to finalize my DD on it. 
    PM me. I'd be happy to take care of your time/gas

    Sure mate,

    What exactly are you looking at doing in Toledo tho?

    Buy, fix n flip

    Buy n hold?

    Thanks

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  • Tom Ott
    Equity Raiser and Turnkey Provider · Cleveland, OH · Member since 2016 · 4k+ posts · 1k+ votes
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    Originally posted by @Kate Stephens:

    Hi,

    I'm new to biggerpockets so this is my first post!  I'm very inspired by all of the success stories and advice on here. I have a few rental properties in California and am looking at changing direction and investing in Ohio for better cash flow. I'd love any feedback on Ohio as an investment market (I have no ties there just seemed to make sense based on the returns but can look anywhere really). I'll need a trusted turnkey partner due to the distance, a busy job and being a Mom. Would love any recommendations or feedback on things to look out for. Thank you!

     Hi Kate,

    Welcome to BP! This is a great place to find what you are looking for! It sounds like you are off to a great start and asking the right questions. Make sure you do your research into the turnkey company. You do not want to go with someone who will act as a "middle man" By that I mean they only act as agents finding you when they think is a turnkey. You want someone who actually owns the home and does the work themselves to make sure it is a turnkey investment. Many investors from CA like to invest in Ohio due to its more affordable market. You can see a much larger ROI here.

    Feel free to send me a message if you have any questions.

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  • Tom Ott
    Equity Raiser and Turnkey Provider · Cleveland, OH · Member since 2016 · 4k+ posts · 1k+ votes
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    Originally posted by :
    are you going to be at the REI next Wednesday in Independence? I would love to ask you questions about potential investment opportunities.

     Hi Steve,

    Actually that event was Co-hosted by Smartland. Feel free to send me a message and I can give you some more details about it if you were unable to attend!

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  • Khiana Thomas
    Wholesaler · Lithonia, GA · Member since 2016 · 13 posts · 8 votes
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    @James Wise hey how are you? I'm from Youngstown and have lived in a few different cities in Ohio. I currently live in Atlanta where I wholesale but I was thinking about doing some deals and maybe getting some property up there. My question to you is how do you suggest I start out up there with me living here?

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  • Julia Tse
    Professional · Cupertino, CA · Member since 2015 · 62 posts · 5 votes
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    Does anyone have good rehab contractors in Toledo OH area?

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  • Paul Parker
    Investor · Toledo, OH · Member since 2016 · 113 posts · 33 votes
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    I'm located in Toledo, Ohio @Julia Tsa. Contact me....

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  • Jason Gray
    Note Buyer · Fresno, CA · Member since 2014 · 34 posts · 11 votes
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    I'm trying to build out my team. I do Non-Performing notes and I'm looking to build out teams in markets that make sense to my business model. I'm currently looking for some eyes/boots on ground to take a look at properties I'm considering. Once I find good people I keep them on the payroll.



    PM me. I just upgraded to Pro so my PM should work now...

    @Rebecca G. @Paul Parker

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  • James Wise
    Real Estate Broker · Cleveland Dayton Cincinnati Toledo Columbus & Akron, OH · Member since 2013 · 31k+ posts · 20k+ votes
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    Originally posted by @Khiana Thomas:

    @James Wise hey how are you? I'm from Youngstown and have lived in a few different cities in Ohio. I currently live in Atlanta where I wholesale but I was thinking about doing some deals and maybe getting some property up there. My question to you is how do you suggest I start out up there with me living here?

     The 1st step would be creating a budget. 

    Cash or Loan? If loan contact a loan officer and get pre approved.

    After that you will want to contact an Investor focused Realtor & see what properties are available for sale in your budget and go from there.

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  • Engelo RumoraBusiness Member
    Investor · Toledo, OH · Member since 2013 · 4k+ posts · 2k+ votes
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    Originally posted by @Jason Gray:

    I'm trying to build out my team. I do Non-Performing notes and I'm looking to build out teams in markets that make sense to my business model. I'm currently looking for some eyes/boots on ground to take a look at properties I'm considering. Once I find good people I keep them on the payroll.



    PM me. I just upgraded to Pro so my PM should work now...

    @Rebecca G. @Paul Parker

    That will prove to be a tough gig in the Toledo market mate.

    We have been based here for 4 years now and finding good enough people has been a hassle.

    Toledo is a smaller region unlike the bigger hubs so good talent and reliable folks are harder to come by.

    Much success

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  • Adam A.
    Investor · Toledo, OH · Member since 2015 · 233 posts · 135 votes
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    @Julia Tse Since Toledo has adapted the new lead ordinance for 1-4 rentals, contractors have to be EPA RRP certified to perform work on properties pre 1978. Otherwise, fines up to $37,500 per day would be imposed.

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  • Julia Tse
    Professional · Cupertino, CA · Member since 2015 · 62 posts · 5 votes
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    Good to know, Thanks @Adam A.  Happy Thanksgiving!

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