by Peter Lohmann | Dec 22, 2025 | Investing in Rental Properties, Owner Education
Why Timing Matters for Any Long-Term Investment Strategy Large property expenses rarely feel “big”; they feel sudden. A roof that fails during a January cold snap or an HVAC system that quits during a humid Columbus summer can instantly derail cash flow, even for...
by Peter Lohmann | Dec 15, 2025 | Investing in Rental Properties, Owner Education, Property Maintenance
Look for Recurring Repair Patterns If the same maintenance issue keeps showing up in your logs, it’s no longer a repair; it’s a replacement waiting to happen. Property investors often delay upgrades because a fix “seems cheaper” in the moment, but recurring costs add...
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...
