Prefer seller financing which works a LOT better.

So I prefer to have more of that in the deal.

Private lenders, like who I work with, prefer to lend to properties held under an LLC. 

Break evens under 4 yrs are generally a safe bet, but I prefer between 2 and 3 years.

It's my preferred method...

It all comes down to preferences. 

Someone mentioned wanting to be within driving distance of a property, but I actually prefer not to be close.

Agents tend to be territorial, and I prefer an agent who is more familiar with your target neighborhood.

It's tough to give a definitive answer without knowing your specific investment goals (cash flow, appreciation, etc.) and preferred strategies (BRRRR, wholesaling, etc.).However, since I'm a Cleveland native and active in the real estate market here, I can offer some insights on why Cleveland could be a good fit:Affordability: Compared to many other major metros, Cleveland offers a relatively low barrier to entry.

Overall, the conservator has ultimate authority over all operations of the Enterprises.”In exchange, the US Treasury injected up to $200 billion each in capital and owns stock (technically warrants and senior preferred) in FHFA, upwards of 80% of it.