I just moved into the area and I'm curious how the past trends have been.

The other option is simply charge them $X (equal to one month's rent for example) and if you find a new tenant sooner, then keep all of that money as it is a fee for breaking the lease vs the first where they are paying rent.

Now, I'm looking to venture into real estate investment for several reasons:Diversify my investment portfolioBuild generational wealthLower my taxable incomeMy Investment Criteria:Buy and Hold Strategy: I'm focused on long-term investments.Cash Flow: Not a priority for me; I don’t need the income from these properties, even in retirement.Acquisition Pace: I plan to acquire one or two properties per year.

If you plan on going on a shopping spree - look into DSCR loans. 

When you start looking you will likely need that qualification letter to get you into the showing, some agents don't want just anyone walking through their occupied listings. 

The only way for D and C housing to be created is for A and B to fall into disrepair or be abandoned.

Any insight into the tax consequences of this transfer? 

I also did a sewer scope as well that showed that the roots has gotten into the sewers and needed to be replaced immediate.

It's interesting you happened to message because I'm from the Toledo area and I have recently been putting more thought into considering Columbus, but I still need to put in more research on the market.

Just from experience if you want to use your license a bit more, look into leasing.