Also, as many have said- it's smart to start off close to home if possible.

Finding it through your Facebook sphere shows the power of networking, and keeping the rehab cosmetic was a smart way to minimize risk and maximize profit.One thought: Have you factored in holding costs, loan interest, and potential market fluctuations during the 45 days?

Ten acres in Texas with a mobile home to start is a smart way to get your foot in the door while planning for your dream home. 

If they are smart, they will appreciate it.

Cleaning up the lots to unlock their development potential was a smart move.

First of all, thank you for being the person who is smart enough to know they can't just get into wholesaling to start with no capital.

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.

It's a 3 bedroom house and we plan to use technology such as a smart lock, WIFI exterior cameras, and a smart thermostat.

Real estate's "gross rent multiplier" is Wall Street's "sales to revenue",  "cap rate" is roughly "P/E ratio".When evaluating markets and investments I tend to start with GRM (or lazily the 1% rule), then attempt to return a cap rate based on assumptions about costs, then I work my way to multiple years of projections (assumptions about inflation, amortization, tax benefits, etc), and if I am partnering with one of my smart friends I have to pull up an IRR (internal rate of return).I also look at regional employment levels, median income to rent ratio in the zip code etc. 

@Chris Seveney Hey Chris, Thanks for sharing your perspective, it’s a smart, long-term approach.