We do not take tenants that want to rent more than two weeks out from our next availability date, unless they want to close the gap (money wise) between when they arrive and the two week threshold.

I thought about becoming a home inspector or an appraiser, however I don't know if it would be wise for my investments and career to both depend on the housing market.

Read Trepp-Wise it has a lot of stories on foreclosure, it seems the highest risk is in office.

Yes, it will be tough, but as others have correctly mentioned, so will doing this full time.This challenge will also force you to invest your time wisely, which is ALWAYS a good thing to learn and practice.FYI: my manager was in the mortgage business working 70+ hours weekly, but found time to buy and rehab rentals for 3 years.

Perhaps tax wise or ?? 

Marketing wise, highlighting the sustainability factor could attract eco-conscious tenants.

Here are some benefits of investing in Columbus, Ohio, that may make it a wise choice:- Affordability: Property prices in Columbus are notably lower compared to those in LA, which means you can potentially buy more properties or larger ones for the same budget.- Rental Demand: Columbus is a growing city with a steady flow of professionals and students, ensuring a strong and consistent demand for rental properties.- Economic Growth: The city's economy is diverse and steadily growing, providing a stable environment for your investment to thrive.- Investor-Friendly Climate: Columbus has relatively manageable regulations and property taxes, making it attractive for real estate investors.While investing out of state does come with its challenges, such as property management from afar, partnering with a local property management company can help ease these concerns.

Very wise.

Thanks to the recent hurricane we will have alot of work for a few years and I plan on spending that money wisely investing in rental property. 

And Bigger Pockets is wise to loosen the reins a little bit.