Developers have been on a building rampage for the last 5 years, so we've got brand new apartments sitting vacant and properties less than 50% full in many areas of town. 

Let me also take a moment to thank my parents who instilled in me strong values and the foundation for success!

Major brands like Ritz Carlton and Waldorf Astoria are currently developing property there, where they have traditionally developed in Miami, Fort Laud, and Palm Beach. 

@Urvesh PatelIf you are looking in Columbus for MTR I would check out  - 43206, 43201/43202, and 43203-43206: Nationwide Children's hospital -43201/43202: Wexner Medical Center, (This one is brand new) The Arthur G.

Even trusting a brand new GC who's licensed/"qualified" is a risk from out of state, let alone out of country.

Hey all,Just wanted to introduce myself - bought a duplex in Los Feliz over the summer with a few business partners and will be renovating the property while living there. Also will be adding two ADUs in the back to t...

My recommendation would be to choose potential markets - in several price points - that have strong rental demand and year-over-year rent increases and that also are in markets that are appreciating. 

@Yael DoronHi - I don't invest in Phoenix but was just curious if you already own real estate and are looking to expand into Phoenix, or are brand new.

Hello everyone! I'm here because I want more. I'm very new to real estate investing and I'm looking to start in the wholesaling aspect of it. It'd be nice if I could receive help or tips from anyone (new or experience...

However, the biggest con is that you are sacrificing a bit of your privacy by living right by your tenants and it is usually a lot more stressful since everything is your responsibility - managing tenant issues, handyman repairs, taking care of the lawn, etc.I would strongly recommend house hacking especially in the Columbus Ohio market!