@Nahon Torres I think Cleveland may have a lower price point for entry while Columbus has more planned future growth and potential for long term appreciation with the current plans of companies moving there in the coming years.

I currently have one on my second rental and the strategy above doesn't apply.

Currently, the properties that seem to meet that criteria, don't work with the numbers I'm working with.

Currently have one rental and one flip in Lowell. 

@Calum ShallenbergerRecommend exploring as many sources as possible to get referrals AND cross-reference them to get as much accurate information as possible.Check out NARPM.com, BP’s Property Manager Finder (BiggerPockets: The Real Estate Investing Social Network), etc.Also, encourage you to learn from the mistakes of others - by reading posts here on BiggerPockets about owners not having their expectations met by their current Property Management Company.

Can we use our current investment propeties or purchase another investment property purchase to at least slightly offset the tax hit?  

Does anyone have any insight on this area as we currently live in another state.

Hey Oliver,To reduce the high interest rates on your commercial loans for single-family houses in upstate NY without changing the loan terms, consider these steps:1.Negotiate with Current Lender: Highlight your good payment history and compare rates from other lenders to negotiate a lower rate.2.

I would love to revive this thread - I'm currently renovating a place in Bella Vista/Hawthorn area of Philly and am trying to decide whether I should furnish it and try MTR or just go with LTR. 

Is there a better option that I don't even see currently?