@Mia Duncan I unfortunately don't know these specific markets but there are SO many people investing in those areas that I'm sure can help you reach your goals :) And if you're physically moving to Columbus, OH, I'm sure you'll find good deals in your own backyard.

I believe that you could qualify buy working remotely for a US company as long as you are physically in the country when the work is performed (most of the time at least).

The risk to you is that they damage the property if they get physical or that they disturb the peace if they flight loudly.  

Although they are physically close and similar in size, they are not comparable.Property condition is another factor.

I send and receive money via Zelle all the time.I have used both Zelle and Venmo for rent collection.It saves the tenant and you time - no need to take physical check to bank to deposit.Yes, I would,

I'm sure it doesn't need to be local, but I would like to go with someone local if possible, so I know they know the area, and will be available if I ever need to meet in person or deliver physical documents etc. 

@Jorge Sader we have both virtual and physical meetups.

I'm partial to physical systems despite growth and the need for more cloud based systems.

Venmo is owned by PayPal so essentially the same thing.If a guest is using a credit card, they have all the protection they need really.Maybe look at one of the CC processors like Stripe or whatever than can just use the number with out the physical card.

Don’t be afraid to use technology, but even the 21st Century doesn’t have great, easy to use, and effective replacements for physically visiting and looking things over yourself.See the original at: https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/rent-collection-method