Generally 1-4 units have better terms compared to 5-8 unit programs. 

Very sorry to hear that :(What is the land value and also the replacement cost i.e. cost to rebuild a comparable unit?

What's good here in Columbus is aside from being a great market to find cash flowing deals, construction costs and timelines are pretty reasonable compared to other cities.

@Nada MohamedI recommend that you speak with your accountant and several cost segregation firms to compare benefits and prices.

@Keegan Darby  To truly compare private lending to holding you'll want to pin down your ROI a bit more.

Also, try to find similar rental units in the same neighborhood to compare to so you have more of a rent range/conservative approach. 

Partnering with a strong team—such as a knowledgeable realtor, property manager, and reliable contractors—will also be key to your success.

What are the pros and cons compared to other platforms? 

I’d recommend starting with resources like Short-Term Rental, Long-Term Wealth by Avery Carl and real estate podcasts like BiggerPockets, connecting with investors in vacation rental groups, and researching reliable management companies in your target areas to make the process as hands-off as possible.

Within the region, the City of San Diego also experienced a rise in its vacancy rate to 4.22%, compared to 2.64% last year.