by Peter Lohmann | Aug 11, 2026 | Local Policy Update, Owner Education, Uncategorized
Powell just closed the book on an eighteen-month zoning rewrite, Whitehall is weighing two ordinances that could touch construction and tenant activity, and a Franklin zoning board meets tonight. Here is what Central Ohio landlords need to track this week. TL;DR...
by Peter Lohmann | Aug 6, 2026 | Uncategorized
The rent didn’t arrive on the 1st. It’s now the 6th, the grace period is gone, and the tenant isn’t answering texts. What you do over the next 30 days determines whether this costs you a late fee or a five-figure loss. TL;DR When a tenant stops...
by Peter Lohmann | Jun 24, 2026 | Uncategorized
Eight miles southwest of Columbus, Grove City has spent two decades quietly building the kind of rental market that long-term investors tend to regret overlooking. Here is what the numbers show heading into 2026. TL;DR Grove City is a growing Franklin County suburb...
by Peter Lohmann | Apr 1, 2026 | Uncategorized
Most landlords who self-manage believe they’re saving money. The math tells a different story. When you add up the software, the legal exposure, the vacancy days, the maintenance, the bookkeeping, the insurance, and (most importantly) the value of your time,...
by Peter Lohmann | Mar 28, 2026 | Investing in Rental Properties, Investing Strategy, Owner Education, Rental Market Guide, Rental Market Trends, Rental Price, Uncategorized
Southern Orchards continues to draw steady renter demand in 2026 due to its proximity to Downtown Columbus, Nationwide Children’s Hospital, and nearby revitalizing neighborhoods like German Village and Olde Town East. Recent data show median rents of...
by Peter Lohmann | Mar 24, 2026 | Investing Strategy, Owner Education, Pet Policy, Property Maintenance, Property Management Education, Uncategorized
Allowing pets can increase demand and reduce vacancy, but only when risk is controlled. A strong pet policy combines clear rules, consistent screening, and financial protection. RL Property Management’s Pet Protection Program now covers up to $4,000 in pet-related...
