After contacting the seller, we had a few conversations about the property, obtained the financials, and made an offer that was ultimately accepted.

Whether or not the lease says the tenant is responsible for the grass it's ultimately going on the property owner from a city's perspective.

Now if you do use it and you are generating loses those loses might ultimately get suspended and that could depend upon your income and whether you qualify as a RE professional.

Rent until you can get out and then spread your money around less expensive and more landlord friendly states.Not saying that CA does not have strong RE values, I made a lot of money there before I left....but I believe that money spent in cheaper states will ultimately give you a better return (if you are smart about it)

Initial cash flow is just one of many metrics, and ultimately you’ll need a combination of metrics to make a sound investment.

You'll thank me later.P.S.To understand what I mean when I say A-neighborhood, B-C etc...Check out The Ultimate Guide to Grading Cleveland Neighborhoods

My goal is to meet more like minded people that I can use my background in HR and financial education to help, and ultimately be a part of a dream team of investors looking to make Columbus (and eventually Cleveland, Cincinnati) better places to live, work and play.When not learning about real estate, I teach yoga for athletes and run a cleaning company.

I ultimately want this investment in an LLC, but I’m not exactly sure how.

My husband and I are currently looking at taking out a HELOC on our primary residence to fund the purchase of our first short term rental which will ultimately also become our primary residence in the next few months.

I had good impressions of both when I was considering hiring someone, but ultimately decided to self-manage my rental in Silver Spring.