Hey James, with a price range like that Columbus and Cleveland OH will be a standout choice, in these cities, your financial resources will go a long way enabling you to assemble a diverse multifamily portfolio and initiate a steady stream of income. 

Columbus is an economically diverse market here in Ohio with a great mix of cashflow and appreciation.

Its hard to promote your fund leading off with your loss's and these funds can hardly be compared to Buffet . 

Diverse Economy: Florida boasts a diverse economy with sectors like tourism, agriculture, aerospace, and technology.

When anybody promotes anything to you or refers you to anybody, make sure that they disclose any financial interest they might have when promoting or referring.

Have you reached out to friends, local groups, businesses, schools, hospitals, etc. telling them about your rental and the special promotion you are offering to their members?

Message me if you wish to inquire for more details as I don't want to be promoting anything here.

It is community that is used to renting and plenty of diversity in the job opportunities.   

There have been several in here that were caught out using fake accounts to promote their services.

If you hire a REALTOR®, the responsibility is theirs including the marketing and promotion finances.