However, if your sights are set on long-term appreciation, Columbus' ongoing population growth and strong economic factors point towards potential value increases down the line.

That's a lower risk way to get started.Hi Nicholas, my draw to STR is primarily the higher potential for cash flow.

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My wife and I are looking to buy our first investment property and we’d love to get the advice of the BiggerPockets community.

We found a one acre property in a great location (lots of jobs and great schoo...

Zero in on a potential client's pain points, that can really help to work through the shockers over price. 

Skiptrace the address so you can get the potential phone numbers of the current owners.

Reducing your rental rate to place a tenant faster will usually pencil out better in the long run as opposed to more vacancy at a higher rate.I am being pretty conservative with my rental estimates when helping clients look for potential properties to buy.

Memphis has a very strong rental base with additional growth potential in the coming year. 

This is what matters to an investor: finding a deal with substantial potential profit.

If it seems like too much, think about traditional rentals, rent-to-own, or teaming up with corporate housing companies for a simpler and potentially more guaranteed approach.

Orlando and Tampa are dynamic markets with plenty of potential, especially in the multifamily sector.