Here are pockets I focus on for cash flow:West side - West boulevard, Cudell, Clark-Fulton, Jefferson, Bellaire-Puritas, Old BrooklynEast side - Fairfax, Buckeye-Shaker (the north side), Waterloo Arts District, Garfield Heights, Maple Heights, Newburgh Heights, Lee-Miles (the north side), BedfordHere are the areas that I focus on for appreciation:West side - Lakewood, Edgewater, Old Brooklyn, Ohio City, Tremont (above 490)East side - Buckeye-Shaker (the north side), Waterloo Arts District, Fairfax*I have a graded neighborhood map of these areas as well if you would like to check it out.

But, while capital raising is typically the hardest part and an art in itself, I know many true operators that have far less issue raising capital.  

We've thought about subbing out to a proper "property management" company but we really don't need help collecting rent or expenses (this is all done electronically online) or even finding new Tenants on the odd occasion when we have an Apt turnover (we use Brokers for that) ...

Great food, live music, parks, art, theater.  

Few things here, first you can read "The Art of Negotiation" by Tim Castle.Negotiation doesn't always mean to get the price down for the same work.

(Thinking of those little black electronic ones where they go in and get zapped)This is my first time dealing with this, so any help/insight would be fantastic!

@David Friedman I love this.You have huge parking options.You have two arts and cultural destinations there.I think your idea of attracting a restaurant is a great idea to help with the place making of that corner. 

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I’m not sure I want something electronic as it gets really cold where I live.

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