Market is not generally fast moving so having a good agent is key. 

Your lender will need you to move in within 60 days.So how do you get the seller to deliver the bad news?

Call a couple local property managers (I’d suggest key property be one of the calls.

Networking is key—look for local real estate meetups, join groups like BiggerPockets, or attend industry events.

Right, but how do I deliver the news that their lease will not be renewed?

Having the funds to handle evictions and turn units quickly is the key to stabilizing the property and protecting the investment.

Pass Code to open a Supra like key box.

And having reserves or cash flow is key - will help you absorb any unforeseen situations.

$150k will be hard to get anything 2+ units relatively turn key in Columbus.

I will do my homework on long distance REI (even tho the markets are 1-2 hours away), but have a couple questions- What are some of your key metrics/signs you use when identifying a new market?