If you plan to invest out of state it'll be important to build your core 4, I'd suggest reading this article by David Greene: https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/core-four-real-estate-tea...Happy to connect if you have any questions! 

That is what I call a suicide mission.Secondly, tell your friend, that it is NOT about "off-market properties".Go home,  stand on your front entry with your house at your back.

I suggest you search these pages for "Than Merrill", because it's probably the same thing with a different celebrity sponsor.I think the overall consensus is, you can go to the classes if you want, and you probably won't be taught anything illegal or unethical, but with a little effort, you can learn everything you need to know for free.

I would suggest going to as many as you can to get your name out there! 

So them "not knowing" will not stand up under scrutiny of the SEC.Here is a great article.Don't Blow Your Exemption!

There are multiple people on BP who have experience in this space and I suggest you study study study, read, read, read, and talk to as many people with experience here that you can. 

Networking is key.Like another post suggested, you should also consider all options. 

When it comes to your suggestion, I would like to know more on why you strongly feel Columbus is an ideal place to start investing.

Great suggestion!

Will the changes you suggested make the bathroom completely unusable?