Most college towns here in UT restrict to 3 unrelated people.

Your construction background and being local to Columbus are huge advantages—they’ll definitely give you an edge in finding properties and keeping rehab costs down compared to others.I’d suggest exploring parts of the city you’re less familiar with.

I'll explore my local credit unions to see what options do I have with them 

If you’re looking to connect or explore projects, feel free to reach out.

Probably depends on the location and part of town if neighbors care or notice. 

For insurance, I’d recommend working with a local broker to explore the best rates.

I'm not sure where you are in the closing process, but that could be worth exploring.  

Your lender will have the exact details.If the current leases don't align with your timeline for moving in, another option is to explore a DSCR (Debt Service Coverage Ratio) loan or a traditional investment loan.

They are not allowed in certain master planned communities.Summerlin, including Sun City Summerlin▪ Town Center▪ Skye Canyon▪ Cliff’s Edge▪ Symphony Park▪ Grand Canyon Village▪ Las Vegas Medical District▪ Providence SquareAnd these restrictions I find would be the most difficult for you to overcome - A short-term rental license does not provide authority to violate any common-interest community’s covenants,conditions and restrictions (CC&Rs).

However often the properties are not really in the better parts of town and don't always attract the best tenants.I've always thought real estate is not as passive as people will make you think and maybe the buyers want.