Stick with sponsors who specialize in a specific niche and have a proven history of success.

Are you having more success sourcing off-market properties, or do you focus on distressed opportunities through agents or wholesalers?

As for Columbus, it’s a growing market with potential for strong rental demand, but make sure to research specific neighborhoods, local market trends, and the level of competition to ensure you’re making a smart investment.

I'll take any and all advice any of you have, but the two things I'm looking for specifically are: what sites, services, and/or software you use and recommend for sceening and managing tenants? 

If you are doing it just to buy something my answer would be no, but if there is a specific deal that you underwrote that looks like a great deal then yes.Henry asked and brought up great points as well. 

You should consult an attorney or CPA for your specific situation.ANONYMITY: When you create the LLC, your name is recorded on the documents and published on the Secretary of State's website for all to see.

Great credit scores and plenty of income from my W-2 source. 

Not bad, but a lot of work and hard to find a specific expense if I can't remember it when I'm categorizing the expense a week later in RH or something.  

Cities don't play fair when they decide to go after you.One thing I would also suggest you do is look on AirBnB for the specific building you want to buy in. 

You can find them through local real estate investment groups or online platforms.Auction or Estate Sale: If the property has unique characteristics, especially being a large, old Victorian, it might attract specific buyers looking for such properties.