by Peter Lohmann | Feb 5, 2026 | Property Maintenance, Property Management Education
After Columbus’s recent Level 3 snow emergency, one thing became very clear: winter here isn’t just inconvenient – it can get expensive fast, especially for rental property owners. Heavy snow, prolonged freezing temperatures, ice, and sudden cold snaps put...
by Peter Lohmann | Feb 2, 2026 | Fair Housing, Investing in Rental Properties, Investing Strategy, Owner Education, Property Management Education, Uncategorized
Why Columbus Landlords Should Pay Attention Now The Columbus City Council is actively exploring the creation of a rental property registry. This potential policy change could affect how the city tracks and regulates rental housing. While no ordinance has passed, the...
by Peter Lohmann | Jan 30, 2026 | Uncategorized
Why Security Deposits Are a Growing Risk for Ohio Landlords Security deposits remain one of the most common sources of conflict between landlords and tenants in Ohio, and the risk has grown in recent years. The law itself has not dramatically changed, but enforcement,...
by Peter Lohmann | Jan 26, 2026 | Investing in Rental Properties, Investing Strategy, Owner Education
The Short North Arts District remains one of Columbus’s most renter-centric submarkets. Proximity to Downtown, cultural amenities, walkability, nightlife, and employment hubs sustain strong leasing activity and demographic demand. In 2026, average rents in Short North...
by Peter Lohmann | Jan 23, 2026 | Asset Management, Owner Education
When you search for “property management near me” in Columbus, Ohio, you’re not just comparing companies on Google. You’re making a decision that directly affects your largest financial asset. For many investors, rental real estate represents the majority of their net...
