NYC laws around rentals—especially short- to mid-term—can be tricky, so you’ll want to avoid any compliance headaches.The biggest challenge with this plan is finding a rent-stabilized apartment that makes financial sense and actually gives you breathing room.

I don't know where to invest, really drawn to Columbus for many reasons (some cash flow and stable appreciation)--what's been some people's positive and negative experiences in Columbus? 

People going to the university for whatever reason? 

I actually moved from Florida to Columbus for the real estate.

Is there a particular reason?   

I warn them that a cancellation - for any reason - will result in charges.

Congrats on achieving a comfortable financial situation.Condos are actually riskier than single family rentals. 

What Actually Works:• Ask questions• Understand their “why.” 

More of a re-set that seeing the numbers (prices) at which my comp set actually books- leads to.

I learned so much and it was part of the reason I felt confident enough to go out and buy my first one.