12 month bank statement program seems like the best bet.

I really see Columbus Ohio as an extremely safe bet for the next 10-20 years.

I bet a decent single-family home with a garage should bring in $1,600 on the low end, which means you are missing out on $12,000 a year!

I'd agree @Marcus Auerbach RE investment is safer to store money than it is to make money in the current environment.

Is it safer?

Listing them on Furnished Finder, Aribnb, VRBO and Zillow for 30+ day stays are likely your best bets.

I am willing to bet more than 80% of the people trying their "luck" at REI fail, miserably.This obviously tells you something truly is wrong with this niche/model!

I really see Columbus Ohio as an extremely safe bet for the next 10-20 years.

I think they are making a risky bet w this property, buying at a 5 cap rate, loan is fixed at 5.7% and 2 new properties about to open very nearby and who knows how many in construction phaseVillas at Sundance | Investment Opportunity (vikingcapllc.com)You are very lucky to live in Austin, fastest growing big city in country, and a micro-cosm of the global economy, this too gives you an educational edge

Your best bet is to consult with a few contractors to get some bids and go from there.