Wow, what a rollercoaster 2024 was for the housing market.

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I have an off market opportunity for a 3 plex that I’m looking at.

The next step is to take action—start analyzing deals, networking with local investors, and narrowing down your target market.

I work with a lot of investors in the Columbus Ohio market so happy to connect and help in any way possible!

I think market auctions are better for newer investors because you're able to see the inside of the property and the property will be delivered vacant.If you win you will have to provide a deposit that is held in escrow until the transaction closes.

FICO is 780+ and currently have 4 other investment properties including 2 STRs in the same market we are trying to close on in West Virginia.

Sure, markets change but if you had enough buffer in your initial decision, you should be fine.I live off my LTR's.

I like the idea of out-of-state STR in a less expensive market.

The IRS has not established specific standards or requirements for the preparation of the cost segregation study.