Make sure you are up to date on Columbus short term rental local rules.

Will I find a lender to refi with 18% equity left. 2 Don't understand the 2% rule my calculations shows 1.02% and lastly 3.

A few things that may be helpful to you here on the Bigger Pockets website as you search for a team to support your first buy:You can set up keyword alerts so anytime someone posts about any of the markets you're targeting, or the niche you're seeking, you'll be notified.

Meets the 1% rule. 

Saucrr 1) Depends on what the rules are for that particular county.

Your decision is dependent upon your experience, your network of support, and what type of life you want to live.

If you are looking for rentals the ARV X 70% rule is not at all meant for rentals.

That's a great path to growth.A few things that may be helpful to you here on the Bigger Pockets website as you search for a team to support your first buy:You can set up keyword alerts so anytime someone posts about the market or specific neighborhoods you're exploring, you'll be notified.

So just because the appraisal supports your price, doesn't mean you could resell for that the next day. 

Some investors disregard these rules and buy and sell using market conditions.To be more specific as to your thread, Duplexes and even Triplexes don't generally genereate enough cash flow and I'd stay away from them.