Of course this depends on a multiple factors but if you are in the right market you can totally be profitable. 

The hassle factor of a A-B class tenant vs C-D is drastically different.

When scouting a property as a real estate investor, these three factors are paramount:Location, location, location: It's a cliché for a reason.

So, as an example, if you look today and you see that various sources lead you to believe that you can rent it for $1500/ month, that number can change quickly in a week (let alone 3 months) based on other factors in your local area - such as a similar property suddenly gets put on the market for rent.In addition, there are different ways to approach your rental amount. 

Here are a few key metrics and factors to evaluate when making your offer and negotiating the purchase:1.

Always check flood maps and factor in flood insurance if needed.Historic Homes: Bay City has many beautiful historic homes.

Account Closed, I didn't mean to scare anybody away from Columbus but rather provide some factors to be aware and cautious of. 

This would qualify the property for long-term capital gains treatment. also, if you command decent rents, it’s going to help you flip that property at a higher price point with solid tenants.I also agree with the sentiment that if you decide to flip it and pay tax that’s a good problem to have because it means you made money on your flip and that’s the goal!

I did some research on BP via reviews on realtors that were in the Cleveland market and met on teams/zoom and chose the one I felt was most trustworthy solely based on volume of good reviews, some social media presence, and other factors that provided value to me.I got into investing after reading about section 8. 

I love it because it does not factor in my Debt to Income and just qualifies the property.