For example, shopping centers are not eligible...(4) Apartment buildings and mobile home parks are not eligible.

However, I've been "shopping" on Loopnet for a while and see hundreds of very cheap units listed there. 

My experience comes from the Energy sector, Renewables sector ( have my own solar company), as well but also CREI in MF, Shopping Centers, Industrial, etc, but I always wanted to get into the developer side of things, but not to just build but to create meaningful projects.

.-- Market analysis to determine rents (when units churn and also renewals), security deposit and last month rent requirements-- Work with leasing agent/s to suggest rent changes, incentives/ promotions to enable units to be competitive (if there is too much supply)-- Review each and every maintenance work order and shop around for contractors / service providers if necessary.

I recommend the major cities in Ohio:-Columbus, great for appreciation, pp is a bit higher around $220k for multifamily https://learn.roofstock.com/blog/columbus-oh-real-estate-market-Cincinnati, has a mix of cash flow and appreciation, with average multifamily around $180k. https://www.noradarealestate.com/blog/cincinnati-real-estate-market/-Cleveland, has a lot of cash flow potential, average multiform around $140k. https://learn.roofstock.com/blog/cleveland-real-estate-marketThere are other smaller markets like Dayton, Akron, and Newark, and we are starting to see these areas boom due to huge investors and corporations like Intel choosing to set up shop in these kinds of areas.

So I'm still shopping for the best title company.Your best bet is to connect with local wholesalers and ask around. 

Shop around and you will find that some require $1k-$2k to start, while others may open it for much less if you establish automatic regular monthly contributions. 

Hi, am considering investing in a commercial property in Columbia, specifically a retail neighborhood shopping center. 

Desirability of the area for renters (access to major roadways, attractions, shopping, nice neighborhoods)2.

Just shop around and compare rates.