While some folks may not change the way they underwrite from one type of property to another, what specific property are you interested in, SF, 2-4 MF, or 5+ MF? 

However, consider STR seasonality, local regulations, and management demands, and ensure your equity loan and new primary residence costs fit comfortably within your budget.

Any new commercial, industrial projects nearby? 

I call them in-between because they are conferences, so not like your local meetups, but they are not truly "industry" conferences like NMHC, where you will meet primarily career, corporate multi-family people.Bigger Pockets Conference and Best Ever Conference are two that likely would cater to people more in your position.  

Let me know when you find the area you want to look in specifically and I can get you connected to a PM.

That could mean fewer lending regulations overall, which would be amazing.

Hey @Rio Nance you’re casting a pretty wide net with your question, since it's not specific to an area or city, but I’ll share based on what I'm seeing.

I have had many conversations with her friends about the differences in our markets and  have recognized for a while now that there may be some mutually beneficial opportunities to work with Canadian investor specifically. 

Short Picture: Instead of dumping 300K out of a brokerage account all at once, how about you find another investment you are comfortable with, multifamily specifically, and only withdraw the needed funds for the down payment on it from your brokerage account. 

Any specific areas of Columbus?