We used Bill Steed at Remax to buy our property there, luckily found him after having difficulty finding knowledgeable investor-focused agents.

Please click on the links, give them a read, and share your thoughts in the comments.First is a post that I feel will help not get overwhelmed with the amount of info that is here on BP:https://www.biggerpockets.com/blogs/5868/52761-the-simple-guide-to-getting-started-on-bpThe second is a post that will help get you focused with your real estate investing goals:https://www.biggerpockets.com/blogs/5868/52743-im-new-to-bp-any-advice-would-be-appriciatedThe last one is a post that will help you choose an “investor friendly” real estate agent.

Rather than focusing on people with income property, look at some of the motivated owner occupied markets. 

I'm also new to investing and focused on multi-family in the Twin cities.

Feel free send a PM if you ever want to talk further; our agent business focuses on working with investors for acquisitions, and we also have a full service Property Management company.

I would agree that Cummins operating as the main power plant for Columbus's employment could be an issue bit you must take into account their community buy in. 

Hi BP,I am a new investor in Cincinnati, Ohio focusing on multifamily residential properties. 

This is a little different because you are focused on putting together a deal with wholesale terms instead of a wholesale price.

I suck at managing contractors, and I would rather focus my energies on things I do well.  

Sure, my monthly cash flow will appear to increase by $220/mo, which could increase my purchasing power (a strong positive), but I'm not sure if it's a wise investment.