by Peter Lohmann | Dec 8, 2025 | Investing in Rental Properties, Investing Strategy, Owner Education
Why Depreciation Matters for Columbus Landlords Many landlords view depreciation as merely a line on a tax return. However, in reality, it’s one of the most powerful and underutilized tools for long-term rental property planning. Depreciation doesn’t just reduce your...
by Peter Lohmann | Dec 1, 2025 | Investing in Rental Properties, Investing Strategy
Why Major Repairs Catch Landlords Off Guard It’s January in Columbus. Your tenant calls to say the furnace just quit, and the repair quote comes back at $5,000. You weren’t expecting that bill, at least not now. Suddenly, the cash flow that looked solid on your...
by Peter Lohmann | Oct 15, 2025 | Investing in Rental Properties, Investing Strategy, Owner Education, Rent Collection, Rental Market Trends, Uncategorized
Why Strategic Lease Renewals Matter Lease renewals and rent increases can feel like walking a tightrope. Raise the rent too much, and you risk losing a reliable tenant. Don’t raise it at all, and you’re leaving money on the table. But with the right strategy, you...
by Peter Lohmann | Oct 8, 2025 | Investing in Rental Properties, Owner Education, Property Management Education
Airbnbs and other short-term rentals in Columbus may be grabbing headlines, but smart investors know that flashy trends don’t always translate into lasting wealth. With Central Ohio experiencing one of the fastest growth spurts in the Midwest, property owners and real...
by Peter Lohmann | Sep 22, 2025 | Investing in Rental Properties, Investing Strategy, Owner Education
Is Investing in Great School Districts Still Worth It in 2025? Would you pay $200K more for a home if it meant securing reliable tenants for years? That’s the dilemma many Columbus real estate investors are facing as they evaluate properties in top-performing school...
by Peter Lohmann | Aug 25, 2025 | Investing in Rental Properties, Investing Strategy
Lease Renewals Are a Financial Decision, Not a Given Most Columbus rental property owners and real estate investors assume that lease renewals are just routine paperwork. But in reality, every renewal is a strategic financial decision that can either boost or drain...
