Quote from @Marlin Yoder: Appreciate you sharing what you are doing in Ohio.

@Jordan Brown Welcome and congrats on saving that much in college!

I would recommend that regardless of market you decide to invest in that you find a fellow investor/realtor that can help you purchase in the neighborhoods that make for ideal long term rentals.

The thing that you have to remember is that the path of progress and a neighborhood "turning over" moves at a glacial pace.

I just received two different verbal offers that I'm willing to accept, but don't want to waste time with someone whose deal may fall through.What are my options to enter into a contract with someone who is qualified?

Inheriting it is the best option tax wise- because it gives you a step up in basis to the property's value on that date. 

For the 10 year period spanning January 2015-2025, single-family prices in Austin rose 78%.I’m happy to report that I’m now sharing leasing stats in my monthly updates.

To guarantee you are getting the best/newest data you must get it yourself or pay someone else too.

We often advise people to house hack when getting started and you are a real success story!

Hey @Thanh Lu, so you didn't say where you are located so it is important to check down to the city level what constitutes a tenant vs guest.Most often it is 30 days or more, but there are some that state 28 days or even more vague for squatters rights.