As far as building goes that may be a little tough as well if looking to do it in Heights or Museum District, those areas get pretty pricey, not too mention the competition.

They'd rather live someplace more "house-like", with a yard and a neighborhood.I think your primary competition is the other duplexes in the neighborhood.

Take some time and seek out the competition in the area, looking at the popular vacation rental sites.

Call them Holiday lights if you need to- but don't miss these simple opportunities to promote your place as a "cut above" tthe competition!

We web search them and look for issues like heavy partying.

Most people can only fulfill the 1% rule (incoming rent is 1% of purchase price). 2% used to be the number but with todays more competitive market 1% is generally the number people aim for.

You have a lot of competition but that just means you need to take advantage of all the investor meet ups.

You guys must have a lot of competition.

If you absolutely insist, and he's foolish enough to acquiesce, fine: get some steel toed boots, a hard hat, a good pair of Levi's and be sure to wear working gloves and a heavy Carhart jacket so you at least reduce the chances of getting poked, cut, stomped on, whacked in the head, run through by a saws-all, or do anything else stupid while you're busy out there sweating, wringing your hands, and nervously looking out for your money.

First, that's a lot of competition that will likely push down rents and/or increase vacancy.