Hi, I'm a looking to network with any private lenders who are local to Northwest Ohio.

I always hire a local to “walk the neighborhood” for me to get a more in depth view of the neighborhood 

What I do before I buy a home that will need an appraisal I call my local appraiser and have them do a pre appraisal which gives me the current value of the home.

When considering the purchase of a property with existing fire damage, there are several important factors and protocols to keep in mind:Assessing the Damage: Conduct a thorough assessment of the fire damage, ideally with the help of professionals, to understand the extent and impact on the structure and systems of the propertyRepair Protocols: Follow local building codes and regulations for fire damage repair.

Also check out your local chapter of NARPM if you plan to manage houses.  

I live in a small town and don't know that any of the local brokerages will be a good option. 

What are local market rents for similar sized units in your area?

Short-term vacation rentals involve renting out properties to travelers for short stays, typically through platforms like Airbnb or VRBO.Getting Started: If you're interested in flipping, start by researching local real estate markets, analyzing potential deals, and networking with real estate professionals, contractors, and lenders.

Buy new from a local Mom and Pop who beat or match Home Depot/Lowes.

There is a woman from California looking to do this upcoming for a year before purchasing locally to live near her children, that sort of thing, and in her case taking it slowly.The lease is signed and they paid.