But it really depends on how good your marketing is.

Hey @Paul LaValley welcome to the forums, and phoenix and Tucson are great markets, what makes you interested in those markets specifically?

But to date, I've just set my rents at a rate that accounts for me having to pay the water bill - and informed the residents that each year I'll increase the rent based upon my expenses (including water), so keeping the bill down helps me to help them.But one problem this could cause is if increasing the rent to cover the water bill then places your rent above the market rate.

Focus on networking with local investors, learning market trends in your new area, and deciding on a strategy that fits your goals.Good luck!

Since you're focusing on Dayton and Cincinnati, you'll find plenty of opportunities in those markets.

Hey- We also love the IL and specifically Chicago market, here are a few ideas for you: 1.

That seems to be harder in Cleveland than in our other markets.  

You need the backup option in case the mid-term rental market changes.Minimizing turn costs and downtime is critical.

I have a friend/neighbor that wants to sell me his house below market value so he can move back into an apartment and travel.

In some areas, we board up the 1st floor windows until we are about to start marketing the property.