by Peter Lohmann | Feb 16, 2026 | Owner Education, Property Management Education, Rental Market Trends, Rental Price
Clintonville, on Columbus’s north side, remains a distinctive neighborhood with steady rental demand anchored by its quality of life, proximity to employment centers, and community amenities. While the rental market shows signs of softening compared with recent years,...
by Peter Lohmann | Feb 12, 2026 | Investing in Rental Properties, Investing Strategy, Owner Education, Property Management Education, Rental Market Trends, Rental Price
Grandview Heights remains one of the most distinctive rental submarkets within the Columbus MSA in 2026. Its proximity to downtown Columbus, strong local identity, and walkable “small city” feel continue to attract demand from young professionals, established renters,...
by Peter Lohmann | Jan 14, 2026 | Fair Housing, Investing in Rental Properties, Investing Strategy, Owner Education, Pet Policy, Property Management Education, Rental Market Trends, Uncategorized
German Village remains one of Columbus’s most resilient rental neighborhoods thanks to walkability, historic charm, and proximity to downtown employers. In 2026, well-priced rentals typically lease in 15–35 days, with spring and summer moving fastest. Realistic rents...
by Peter Lohmann | Jan 9, 2026 | Investing in Rental Properties, Investing Strategy, Owner Education, Property Management Education, Rental Market Trends
2026 is shaping up to be a year where rental property returns are won or lost through strategy, not luck. In many markets, demand remains steady, but rent growth is normalizing while operating costs continue to climb. That combination puts more pressure on owners to...
by Peter Lohmann | Nov 24, 2025 | Eviction, Rent Collection, Rental Market Trends, Rental Price
Would your tenants pay on time if there were no late fees or no grace period? That single question reveals how much rent payment behavior depends on structure, clarity, and consistency. A well-designed rent policy does far more than collect money; it sets the tone for...
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...
