I'm a huge skier and have been traveling to Tahoe for summer/winter for over 14 years so this definitely piques my interest as a possible future opportunity. 

Definitely feasible, but don't sleep on the W2.

@Keren Mayorov Garfield Heights and Euclid are definitely great areas to focus.

While there isn’t an exact, commonly agreed-upon definition out there, here is a handy definition for this specific loan product:DSCR loans are mortgage loans secured by residential real estate turnkey properties, strictly used for a business purpose and underwritten primarily based on the property.Important note: DSCR loans refer to the specific loan type, and the “DSCR ratio” (debt service coverage ratio) is a metric used for underwriting and evaluating these loans (and other loans), but the metric and ratio itself are distinct things versus what is referred to as “DSCR loans.”Some key things to note in the definition:DSCR loans are secured loans (meaning that there is collateral that the lender can take if the borrower doesn’t pay back the debt).

We know enough to be comfortable taking on some projects but definitely have a lot of learning to do as far as rehabbing goes.

I would definitely take up Chad on his offer and go visit him and his projects.

You're definitely guaranteed to get your rent but should probably check to make sure of the cost of insurance. 

Hey Ben It's definitely a great, lower risk way to get into RE investing.

Deposits are, by definition, refundable.I say this for next time.

While I can't definitively say which are the absolute top 5 zip codes in Columbus, I can help you narrow your search for Class A neighborhoods that offer a good balance of rental cash flow, low vacancy rates, safety, and strong school systems.Some promising areas to consider based on general market research include New Albany (43064), known for excellent schools, safety, and strong rental demand, although cash flow might be lower due to higher property values.