Yes, it's a benefit for me as well, but it's an opportunity for them to put lazy cash to work.

Now it cash flows about $350 per month and I am the PM on that property.

Leveraging his local market expertise, we swiftly negotiated the purchase at $190,000, securing the property under favorable terms that allowed us to capitalize on the quick resale potential.

FYI my goal is to always increase cash flow.

These are areas where you can cash flow in Columbus because the rent-to-price ratio is favorable.

Does this affect a cash-out refinance or pulling out equity in the form of a HELOC/equity loan? 

What is the downside of using a commercial lender to purchase, my own cash to rehab, and then refinancing?  

Hey folks, are there opportunities in Fort Lauderdale or Broward for cash flow?

Many investors from California are choosing to invest in the Midwest because of the low barrier to entry and yearly cash returns making more sense in these lower priced markets.

Not if your strategy is long term buy and hold.