i think your best bet is to try to build a network within the investing world so you're positioned as a hub, someone who knows a lot of people, and see a lot of transactions.  

Why is the 50% rule so negative while the cash flow is positive?

The fact that you’re CREATIVELY thinking about how to position yourself to add value to a transaction as a “broker” or intermediary is an excellent start.  

At least it's positive now, but it's almost like you have to keep it now to recoup in appreciation if possible.

I had a conversation with one of my investors yesterday and he was asking where is all the positive cash flow and the equity appreciation on our deals? 

And a lot of start-up companies are migrating to this city as well because of the OSU campus that has thousands of talented students graduating and looking for positions locally.Everything that’s going on here in Columbus is attracting investors and other businesses from all over.

I also have a LTR single family home with positive cash flow.  

Instead, he suggested I find a GC that's willing to enter projects in a "supervisory" position.

@Steve Maginnis thanks for the positive and vote:)

Quote from @Arya Taghdiri: Hi all— I’m just starting out as a real estate investor in the Cincinnati market and would love to connect with others who are in the same position or have experience here.