I use apartments.com and zillow.com for processing payments including both rent and security deposits.

As a contractor I provide free estimates, simply email the prints in PDF and 7-10 business days later you'll get a professional bid.

Optimal acquisitions targets for efficiency will include those that are furnished, or with a history of operating as an STR. 

Knowing that this will be an investment property in the future make sure you run your numbers conservatively and include the PMI for the FHA. 

that we’ve learned in our 24 years, managing almost 700 doors across the Metro Detroit area, including almost 100 S8 leases.

I read that you can setup solo 401K if you have only Schedule C income and not Schedule E income. 

We have severe land constraints, and Tesla is about to expand Giga Nevada to include the Tesla Semi factory which will lead to more rent and home appreciation.

Quote from @Scott E.: A lot of the ideas that as thrown around as "passive" income ideas are not truly passive.I started a YouTube channel a few years ago, for example.

While I can't definitively say which are the absolute top 5 zip codes in Columbus, I can help you narrow your search for Class A neighborhoods that offer a good balance of rental cash flow, low vacancy rates, safety, and strong school systems.Some promising areas to consider based on general market research include New Albany (43064), known for excellent schools, safety, and strong rental demand, although cash flow might be lower due to higher property values.

I am currently focused on tax strategies for our LLC (partnership with spouse).Can we sign a lease agreement with our LLC to provide/pay rent for use of our personal home/property, to include a portion of utilities, HOA, and insurance?