Lee, there really isn't any reason to live in that area, except for maybe people looking to commute to Chesterfield for work.Hopewell seems to be trying to turn it around, and the homes seem to be in a little better shape. 

@Lee Cruz I would think you want to acquire the 20 properties first and then begin to pay them down.

Hi @Stephen Lee I'm a realtor in columbus ohio and am partial to investing in columbus :) I can't speak to point 1 however I'm sure I can connect you with an attoney to answer that question... however point 2, everyone offers online pre approvals.

@Lee Ripma I can understand what your saying and my interest rates are at that point where it’s not saving much by paying off bs investing.

@Helen Lee, You have what is commonly called a split use property. 

My name is Lee M.

@Brett Lee My biggest hurdle is finding where to start without putting the well being of my family in jeopardy. 

@Christopher Lee 41 bucks a month is way to little

@Brady Lee What everyone is saying is accurate.

@Lee RipmaThank you for your opinions.