There are very few places in Columbus that would be considered too dangerous to visit.

As few people as have been stung by the Due On Sale Clause in a circumstance like you outline, I think even fewer have truly benefited from asset protection provided by holding property in an entity.

Many investors swear by B class properties for the fewer headaches they bring and higher appreciation gains in strong markets.C class homes are where most rental property investors are looking to buy since they are a nice balance of cash flow and somewhat financially stable tenants.

Centralize you problems to fewer locations. 

It's not difficult, you just need to know how to work within their confinements and/or look for an escrow company with fewer confinements. 

From a liability stand point most states have laws that define either a "reasonable amount of time," or 24 hours to clear dangerous conditions.

The longer past 30 days you get you will have fewer options and potential surcharges.

You're probably going to get a lower price on an off-market property for the simple fact that their are fewer people looking at it, but an off-market seller can be just as unrealistic as an on-market (MLS) seller. 

Investing with appreciation in mind could be dangerous.

He may have heard a lot from parents or teachers about the dangers of alcohol abuse, but one more person confirming this may be what he needs.