It sounds like you're off to a strong start with your real estate journey.

It can't be too strong cash flow if replacing some appliances put you into negative cash flow (I assume you meant deficit, and truly didn't mean defecate).

Some trusted vendors to build initial credit include:Uline: Office supplies and shipping materials.Quill: Office products.Grainger: Maintenance and repair products.These vendors report to business credit bureaus like Experian, Equifax, and Dun & Bradstreet, helping you establish a payment history.3.

Initially after management fees, repairs and PMI i was losing about $250 per month.

If you have time to secure this loan through a bank, I would strongly consider it. 

As an investor myself, I moved here from Portland OR because of the strong macroeconomics of the Columbus market.

I’m guessing the rental market in Alexandria is very strong so you’d better make it worth it.

What markets have been stable for multi-family w/consistent strong rents?

Some banks and credit unions are more flexible, especially if you have a strong financial profile.

I came back to Ohio and started working for a construction company, and have been there since. (2017) Currently I manage an asphalt plant for them in Columbus.I haven't done a ton of real estate investing, but have a strong understanding of construction, and project management.