All Forum Posts by: Randa Lake

@Vamsi Boddu Congrats on joining the Columbus market! and Congrats to @Anton Ivanov on the success you've had! It's inspiring to us newbie investors!

Great point about going right to the source @Austin Steed! Thanks for the update! 

Hi @Israel R., sending you a pm. Thanks!

@Account Closed I agree with what's been said about the Toledo market. It's tricky, but for the right person with the right attitude it can work. I would look at school systems and aim for Washington Local, Maumee, Perrysburg, and Sylvania for flips. Properties in Toledo Public Schools are probably going to be your best bet for rentals. Some good pockets are 43613, some areas close to Maumee, Beverly area, Sylvania schools but City of Toledo taxes. I would avoid the North End, South Toledo, and 43605. You may be getting a good rate of return, but this will be very hands on. I lived in the Toledo area for 20 years. I worked in real estate there and houses tend to sit on the market longer than 30 days. Good luck!  

@Erin Elam There are several areas in Columbus where rents are around 1400.   

Hi @Brian Olson, There are many Property Management companies in Columbus. The trick is to find one that fits your needs and offers great communication. We hired a property management company to take care of one of our properties that is right outside Columbus and it's been an uphill battle to get them to communicate with us on a variety of issues. I would be happy to answer any questions you have and offer insight. Sending you a pm. 

Hi @Kou Y., Columbus is a great area for real estate investing. There are many areas to choose from for both single family homes and multi family units. Good Luck!

Hi @Adam Jutte, Welcome to Columbus! I also recently moved here and am in the process of getting started in investing. It's an exciting market here and it's also a great place to live. 

Hi @James Phan, welcome to Bigger Pockets! Columbus is an exciting area to invest in. I agree with Rob to find a trusted team to work with. Good Luck!

Hi Patrick, Welcome to Columbus! I recently moved to Columbus from the Toledo area and I can tell you it's a great place for investors and for families!