@John Negomir and @Travis Sperr Thank you so much.Do you know of any good contractors that I can seek bids from?  

I am also active duty military so if there are military investors in the area, let's chat!

My name is Armando Pastrana and I am determined to start actively investing in real estate, but I am in most ways completely new to it.  

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Anyone in Cincinnati activities are welcome to the add inputs,thank you.http://www.wcpo.com/longform/westwood-is-drawing-r...

After seeking advice here on BP one of the PRO members told me I needed to slow down and educate myself.

I'd encourage anyone traveling outside of your "home area" to seek out local BP'er and hang out.

How do you BP users effectively do the following with specifics Collecting Rent Maintenance CallsAdvice on which Websites used for background checks and possibly electronic deposit website.Or any website that helps a alot with this subjectEffectively building up vendors ( Which vendors are best to have on deck and have telephone #) plummerhvacmisc repair manWhat am I forgettingI'm seeking specific websites that any BP users may use that works for them so I can take that into consideration when I continue with my researchSeeking Advice that maybe any book didnt cover that I might get side swiped with. 

Seek local wholesalers who carry inventory on a regular basis.  

I welcome all knowledge, and hope i can become an active investor in Columbus OH.