It was actually one of the catalysts for me to buy a place of my own and, eventually, become an investor myself, so I guess that's a happy ending

There's so many catalysts for population and job growth (Intel, Honda, Amazon, Nationwide Hospital, etc).

You've got to find a catalyst, some form of motivation/problem on their part that you can help with.

It’s more of a locals town, lots more waterfalls, and the downtown has a little more substance to me.we bought in Nov 2022 for $365k, and are on pace to gross $55-60k with our first rental.https://abnb.me/KOuWo7B1CBbI have found in this market, the smaller the place the better occupancy is holding up.

From what I've heard, it leaves very little room for creativity or innovation.

Identify the catalysts for future growth.2) Deal - is the deal conservatively underwritten.  

PoorvuThe E Myth by Michael Gerber (who btw is speaking at the Ohio Reia in Nov.)The Dealmakers Guide by Ray Alcorn, super commercial investorReal Estate Investment and Acquisition Workbook by Howard A.

My brother @Al Williamson is an innovator in what he calls "hustle lording."

We have 100% JV funding, hard money/bridge loans, 100% funding for Multi-family and Healthcare for Non-profits, Non-recourse for multi-family construction/perm/purchase/refi/rehab, NPN purchase, loans for income producing property, among others...We lend across industry so it has to be something unique/innovative.

You'll be setting yourself up for higher W-2 income while also gaining valuable knowledge you can apply to your RE business.Don't approach school as a distraction but rather a catalyst.