As long as you are willing to learn, I am sure you will RE easier tech... and I bet more fun too!

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

I'm willing to bet 99.9% of them have never been involved in excavating for a foundation, preparing the forms, footings, ensuring the underground plumbing is set up correctly, and pouring a brand new foundation into the Earth.Good luck! 

If you are getting significantly lower on the ARM option - probably a good bet

Put in the effort, build relationships, prove your value, and improve your odds of finding someone to help launch you on your path.

So far after 3+ months on market, I bet we've only had 10 or so showings. 

Basement seems odd and as John said above, is humid and may cause a mold issue.2 - Why would you not want it on in the winter? 

If so I'll make sure to start pressing him for leads.I do not have a title company, construction, or property management partners yet.I feel like a mentor would make sense, but I'm not sure if a paid mentorship is the best bet or simply trying to network with RE professionals in the area.

Hi Angie, your best bet is to get a no-cost pre-analysis/estimate and then decide with your tax professional/CPA how it fits with your specific tax situation.

Local banks would be your next bet if you want something competitive but you would run into the same issues with loan value.