This sounds appealing as our bread and butter and success has come from RE, but of course to buy the best upside deals, one has to have a minimum level of capital - so this creates challenges with growing something rapidly in a Coverdale, because the annual contribution limit(s) are $2k/child. 

With Cubs appeal, can cover the entire years costs in a few short months.As for condos in general, some of the cons are the hoa.

The thought of having a paid off home in Columbus is appealing i'm just not sure being a long distant owner is for me. 

As nice as the inside is we need to boost the curb appeal for maximum rent! 

I’d be tempted to pimp the curb appeal more (if that exterior pic is a finished one).

Stick to the suburbs where the prospects are a bit more appealing though.

Equity potential and monthly cash flow - also this was my first deal so the lower price point (for central nj) was an appealing way to get into it How did you find this deal and how did you negotiate it?

I renovated the empty unit at closing helping increase income immediately and the exterior is about 60% done now, just need to do the curb appeal aspects and re-foam the roof. 2/4 air conditioners replaced.

I lived and worked in Ohio doing real estate tax appeal appraisals for 3 years.

Thank for mentioning the 1031 as it now become a very appealing option to sell.