Long-term StabilityThough a market crash provides opportunities to buy properties at a steep discount, overall economic stability is something all investors should desire.

Then I will bring in an expert for that portion. 

Become an expert in those areas so when something comes before you, the analysis is quick because you know your numbers are. 

Without seeing the property, I would assume it would need new electrical, new HVAC, plumbing, drywall, finishes, appliances, and you would want to talk to an expert in restoring properties due to fire---as their could be issues with the roof, siding, windows.

There are a lot of 501(c)'s that do truly amazing work in America's inner cities in terms of economic development, education, healthcare, etc.   

Hey real estate experts!

You could see if you could hire @Luke Carl and his wife @Avery Carl they are experts that could help you immensely!

Glad to get rid of them but fixing what they left behind isn’t cheap.I still consider myself a newbie, most of my recent success is because I have an amazing property manager who is an expert in this business.

I live near Cincinnati, so I'm biased, but I believe Ohio is a great place to buy-and-hold because you can find affordable rentals that cash flow well and Cincinnati and Columbus are economically diverse and stable.

As economics slow down, Airbnb rental might be not as good as before in 1-2 years.3.