Ohio markets show up 3 times in Zillow’s 2024 hottest markets, with Columbus and Cincinnati taking the top 2 and 3 spots.

Rental arbitrage may not be a bad idea for now in certain states but a lot of states are tightening their grips around Airbnb which can lead to laws and regulations changing overnight and you’d be left in a tight spot depending on the terms of the lease.

Staying in the Wilmington area makes the most sense, as we really know that market, but I also have a soft spot for the western part of NC!  

This obviously puts us in a tight spot as we have work scheduled to start soon and need the loan to finance the rehab.My question for lenders is, can her Mom take out a home equity loan on the inherited property of which she is listed as a lifetime estate tenant without the consent of my girlfriend (co-owner)?

I feel like the advice given is spot on.

Jay is spot on.

VA appraiser also spotted damage to a retaining wall that was somewhat minor and my buyer would have been happy to fix on his own.  

It doesn't take long to learn how to spot a good deal.6.

Stain resistant and not so light it will show every spot.

The most income producing will be rent-by-the-room and you'll be easy to fill the spots being a student yourself.