In some states (usually red states), the laws are favorable for landlords. 

Remember, there are numerous deals available, and although I'm not deeply familiar with the Columbus market, I believe you can find a more favorable opportunity with a positive net return.If your primary objective is passive income, as indicated by this scenario, investing in the S&P may indeed offer a more passive approach.

I don’t expect any favors or pricing advantage because we pay competitive wages but if someone else is committed to doing a job as good and cheaper then the bottom line is I’m still trying to run my business and make a profit.

I tossed LEED in favor of Energy Star as it seems easier to achieve.

A lot of investors from Socal are finding favorable returns.

You do nobody  any favors with low rent.

If you rent, or not occupy for one day over 3 years, you lose the favorable $250,000/$500,000 capital gains exclusion. 

This in turn can enhance your financial flexibility and increase your chances of qualifying for favorable loans in the future.

Today, they told him they have to verify funds and that they're "doing him a favor" by doing so.

(The high bidder UW must have used in some part more favorable UW assumptions - either higher rental income or lower expenses.)3.