My name is Guy and I'm a contractor in LA area and I'm just starting to get in this world of investing.My partner and I are really interested in investing in rental properties outside our state which houses run around the 50-80k, areas such as  Columbus OH area. our goal is pretty much cash flow and to have as many units as possible in the next few years. what are the best areas/neighborhoods we should be focusing on in the city?

As you're focusing on buy & hold, is your primary target single doors or multiple doors?

We focus solely in the Springs and have done a few BRRRs there.

Focus on analyzing the deal and see if it makes sense for you.

Hi Csilla, I am an agent in KC and only focus on MF.

There are definitely major differences - PM's that are absolutely focused on communication, are more hands-on, etc. 

My focus will be mainly on tax liens and tax deeds.

Once you decide on a focus there are plenty of books that delve into more specifics on each strategy.- Millionaire Real Estate Investor- JScott's books on flipping houses (can be found here on BP)- Rich Dad Poor Dad - Book on Managing Rental Properties (found here on BP)

Martin Saenz - not afraid of failure- they pick up a telephone and call people- understand their value and pay for things to free up time to focus on more important tasks- never stop learning.

Focusing on income over appreciation as this is our retirement, although my wife and I have several non-RE streams of income.