$3k is insignificant compared to your current holdings.

I have one tenant who is a god send compared to most, he accomplishes nearly ever repair I need, even did an HVAC unit. 

If you are getting a good deal on a place and it is just a regular-style house, I would run numbers compared to AirDNA and Mashvisor's estimated revenue.

The reason to have comparables is if you are representing someone or perhaps purchasing a house for yourself to live in.

The Ohio market is very strong and competitive, so people struggle to find deals with consistently great margins on flips, etc.

I’m learning that time, consistency, and patience are helpful. 

Before jumping into the condo, I’d take a closer look at whether the $300/month cash flow is worth it compared to other options, like a small multi-family property or a property in a higher-yield market.

I use a regional bank and it seems like Stessa needs you to use a large national bank to not have consistent issues. 

And while nothing is foolproof the most consistent method of finding good vendors is relying on OTHER real estate investors that have worked with those vendors.

I did notice end of 2024 to be more active and January to continue that streak compared to 2023 and start of 2024.