I did that out of necessity with my first 2 houses and was able to buy in a nicer neighborhood than I could actually afford because they weren't updated. 

What I've found is that it offers too many configurations and if the user isn't aware of what the outcomes are, it can actually make them loose more money faster.

I don't plan on going on the actual auctions :/.   

If that is the case, for me, if they actually do bring a case, I'd try to get it wrapped up as soon as possible.

You must be buying actual real estate. 

Happy New Year.I grew up in Dallas, graduated at Lake Highlands,  and my sister manages a complex in old East Dallas actually.  

With that being said, do yourself a favor and do the research yourself on zoning, valuation and ACTUAL rent before talking to STR specialists who make a living on selling these =) Just my 2 cents...

I am actually looking for a Multifamily in Columbus.

And that's just a 2 unit, obviously the numbers creep closer to actual investor-numbers with a 3 or 4 unit pumping in more rent.

Actually, seems like you AGREE with me