Hi @Brian Scott,With your low FHA rate, moving isn’t ideal, so using your current property’s equity could be a great option.

Hi James, We have many customers from out of state and people that build a strong portfolio from afar.

The duplex with storage building is ideal for a Buy, Rehab, Rent, Refinance, Repeat (BRRR) strategy, but requires accurate renovation budgets and tenant management.

.* Northridge Estates: Suburban area with various amenities, ideal for renters.* Walnut Hills: Quiet and community-oriented, great for rental stability.Areas to Approach with Caution:* Columbus: Some sections of Hilltop and Linden due to higher crime rates.* Dayton: Certain parts of West Dayton, which face economic challenges.Focusing on due diligence in these neighborhoods can help you identify stable, cash-flowing opportunities.

Understanding my customer, I bought similar properties to what they were currently renting.This strategy is similar to how national retail chains operate: identify your target customers and provide what they want.

Ideally a duplex or triplex ~ live in one and rent the other unit/units.where do I even start?  

With a CC you don’t have to worry about scaring customers away and you also protect yourself.Also, if I were looking to commit a violent crime, my first person I’d target is someone with a visible firearm.

The private lender’s terms supported my timeline and cash flow goals, making it an ideal solution for this type of investment.

Spending that much money and not having an ideal about whats gonna be put in place is not how I do business.If you notice on this draft from the architect.

At the same time, I would speak/interview 3-5 agents and explain what you're looking for in your properties to see if they can keep an eye out for your ideal project.