The use predictive analytics to determine who might sell, they create social ads and online marketing to target them, and they get clicks. 90-95% of these appointments are really for investors because they are built around sell your house quickly and then an agent shows up and tries to list it.

Columbus is a rapidly growing city with a strong rental market.

But, sustainable success in real estate is built on first of all a thorough knowledge of real estate principles, real estate law, and real estate finance.  

I don't make a living off of book royalties, but I have built my reputation off of honoring contracts

The Biltmore (mentioned above) isn't ruined; it's built on high enough ground that it will have escaped anything major.

You can upgrade location, year built, and cash flow through a 1031 exchange.

I Built a rental for a specific tenant. 

Bathroom updated granite countertops and tiled shower with built-in tile shelving. 

Newer community with 40 more single family homes to be built ( out of 75 homes ).

A strong foundation for a future in real estate investing is built upon considering all avenues and points of view.Take the person who wants to invest in STR now and doesn't listen to others' advice on checking the local regulations and heat of the topic in the locale.