As someone who has served on a permitting board, I can tell you that a good relationship goes a long ways.

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As long as all parties are aware of your intentions, go ahead and get it done. 

At the average rent point of Columbus ($1837), I believe the 50% rule is aggressive and your expenses are likely to exceed 50%.https://www.neighborhoodscout.com/oh/columbus/real-estateThe long term appreciation (this century) is average (3.84%) for the US but good for Ohio. 

And it often works because they are often working such long hours they are almost never home. 

Not many people are excited to see long-time solid neighbors leave and have them replaced by a short-term rental. 

Hi Anthony, what's your biggest priority - cashflow or long-term appreciation? 

So with low inventory new construction in my markets has been very good as long as its not starter housing.

With both programs you can buy 1-4 units as long as you occupy 1 of the units. 

What if franchising is part of the strategy, with a long-term goal of acquiring properties as well?