Just like most things in life there are good and bad to both choices. 

That is in addition to clauses that require anyone that stays more than 7 nights in 12-months to apply (then it becomes our choice if they are treated as a temporary occupant or tenant) and prohibition of subleasing.

Depending how much of the neighborhood is a hot zone for renting rather buying, and which Property type is performing better than the other (meaning 1bd 1ba 2 floor renting out faster and much more consistently than a 2bd 1ba 1 floor), you can make your choice of those factors as well as other ones that impact your decision for what you wanna do with your investment.

Hi, yes Ohio is a great choice for investing in real estate.

It's important to consult with an attorney or an accountant to determine whether an LLC is the right choice for your specific situation.You can reach out to me and my team who can guide you through the process and help you navigate any challenges that may arise.

While I can't speak for the other markets, Columbus is a solid choice as an investor myself.

Based on your description, Party 1 seems like the safer choice.

It isn't impossible but as @Jimmy Lieu mentioned, there is a steep learning curve.Depending on your liquidity, out-of-state buy & hold rentals could be your best bet if NYC investing is out of the picture.

All the partners must agree to make the choice, and the partners must be able to figure their own taxable income without figuring the partnership's income.  

Real estate investing is largely about the choices we make as owners.Over the years, I’ve worked with many teams and companies, and I always recommend SDIRA Wealth because they build the properties in the best markets, and consistently excel in meeting my top five criteria.