I'm also well into the process of turning this duplex into a residential independent senior living facility, which will increase my monthly cashflow by 25k before expenses. 

Columbus is becoming a major tech hub with Intel, Amazon, and Google data centers being built here. 

I would agree, as an American I can’t go to other countries and buy property unless I go through a process of theirs to be able to purchase or some you cannot purchase at all

Hi all,After much research on BP and a few other sites (Onerentalatatime), discussions with my realtor/some REI friends and reviewing tons of listings, I am in the process of making my first real estate investment in Jersey City.

I'm in the process of studying to obtain my real estate license, but I'm eager to dive deeper into the world of real estate, in particularly interested in learning hands-on skills related to home renovation and remodeling (Fix&flip)I believe that the best way to learn is through practical experience, so I'm hoping to find someone in the industry who would be willing to mentor me or provide on-the-job training.

There are a couple of reasons behind this inclination: firstly, I'm drawn to the intricacies of data analysis and crunching numbers inherent in the investment process.

Value add properties would be huge here since you could do the work yourself to increase the value, while living there, and learning the fix-up process, etc.You're on the right track, looking at pros and cons and analyzing.

I am in the process of building two triplex townhomes buildings for a total of 6 units.

And how long was the process?

You don't actually own the property until the sale is ratified by the courts as a foreclosure is a legal process though you are generally responsible for the property taxes for the property from the moment you win.