Two can play the game in this case, though time is probably more of a problem for your guy than the bad actor.

Columbus has a prime flip/hold market in the residential game due to the types of homes in the area.

Keep focused and think of this as a long game, not a sprint.

You just need to make sure you have a game plan together with the right lender.

The object of the game is to reduce/eliminate your cost as low as possible while maintaining positive CF, and let your tenant pay for the rest from the rent. 

Live in one of the units and rent out the rest, this is a great way to get into and learn the rental game, and often live for free (tenants pay your mortgage, utilities, etc), maybe even make some positive cash flow.

The short-term rental (STR) strategy is a great way for new investors to get in the game and fast track their journey to financial independence, due to the huge cash flow it generates.

I have read many books, gone to workshops, and listened to people at the top of their game in a variety of industries.

I will absolutely live there once the lease is up, so I’m not trying to play games.

This was actually a major game changer for us.