Thanks for sharing this, I will be mindful of this myself when moving forward. 

You will get plenty of offers but bear in mind you'll need a lot more cash to pay off the mortgage and walk away with dollars at closing.

How you made it to 50 on spreadsheets is mind blowing to me.

I would echo this, it is a great REIA and the best place to find local, like-minded individuals and resources. 

Down PaymentSaving for your down payment is likely top of mind.

Very keen on meeting like minded REI people. 

Make sure any lease agreement you use complies with Arizona's landlord-tenant laws, including required disclosures (like bed bug information, for example).If you're unsure, consulting with a local real estate attorney to review the agreement can provide peace of mind and ensure you're fully protected.

But be mindful of the debt service requirements and ensure your rental income is sufficient to cover the loan payments.It’s definitely possible to scale up with DSCR loans—many investors use them to build large rental portfolios.

After some additional research we have decided to focus on the aforementioned markets, but I will keep you in mind if we decide to look at Columbus more closely in the future. 

These are the top three features I always keep in mind when evaluating a potential property:1️⃣ Location Matters: Properties near attractions, with great walkability, or offering something unique—like a waterfront or mountain view—tend to perform better.