I currently work in the energy sector, but my ultimate goal is to become financially independent through real estate.

But I realize that so many people follow these folks and try to live through their travels..

Due to insurance costs and high property taxes, we were unsuccessful in finding something that cash flows.

Prepositioning water keys in the same location through the rentals is key.  

Three are VA loans.Finding a cash flowing multifamily can be hard to find at a great price point but there are other strategies.Message me if you want to lay out a great game plan.I wish you all the best.

However, most deals in this area have close to break even cash flow (i.e. $100/month on a 150k property).

You can also share the notebooks and collaborate on them through Office 365 if you so desire. 

Hi everyone, As a first time out-of-state investor, I've heard buzz about promising neighborhoods in Columbus, like North Linden, Olde Towne East, and Franklin Park, known for their potential cash flow and appreciation.

With the information you provided and that of what was accumulated through google, it looks like there is no exact way to come up with a value. 

But I have been looking into splitting the duplex into two condos (yes I know it is a lot of work) and I could probably get 325-350k for each, netting me 650-700k.Number:* Mortgage interest 2.5%* Mortgage principle 240k* PITI $2100/month* Rent 2200/month (current tenant on a two year lease)* Potential rent on my side $2400/month * 100k HELOC at 11% (fixed) (not currently being used)* est additional cost to split the dueplex 75-100k (conservative, probably less)     *new siding 30k (just put on a new roof this year)     *legal 10-15k     *fire proofing 15k     * 15-40k for stuff I am not aware of or underestimated on* some of the appreciation is external from the home     *big grocery store put in 3min away     * newly paved road in front of my house     *a building that was falling down across the street has been torn down          * Still a vacant lot with the foundation exposed and fencing around it (so more local improvements are on the way)Part of me wants to take the money and run but man I love that 2.5% interest rate and the $2000/month cash flow (including taxes and capx)I have thought about 1031 exchanging into more rentals, but I would like to pivot into storage units.