# Event Details - **Event Name**: Turning Rentals Into Income: How Investors Pay Off Properties Faster - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 25 Feb, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Wed, 25 Feb, 2026 at 08:00 pm - **Event Description**: Discover how rental income can speed up paying off your properties and boost your investment game!About this EventTurning Rentals Into Income: How Investors Pay Off Properties FasterFeaturing Guest Speaker: John BlackburnHosted by: Columbus Investors ClubA lot of people get into real estate because they want freedom.Then they buy a rental…and realize most of the rent goes straight to the bank.They technically own property, but the mortgage controls the income.And waiting 30 years for properties to be paid off doesn’t feel realistic.This meetup is about understanding a different way to think about rental properties… one that focuses on paying them off sooner so the income is actually usable.Featured Guest Speaker: John BlackburnWe’re excited to welcome John Blackburn as our guest speaker for this event.John has been actively investing in real estate since 2006 and has:Been involved in 5,000+ real estate transactionsHelped investors acquire over $150 million in rental propertyRaised more than $100 million in private capitalJohn didn’t start with family money or shortcuts.He built his portfolio by focusing on clear systems, real numbers, and long-term strategy.For this meetup, John will walk through how investors shift their focus from simply owning rentals to building properties that eventually pay them…without a mortgage attached.What You’ll LearnJohn will break down, in simple terms:Why most rental properties don’t produce much usable income early onWhy buying more rentals isn’t always the answerHow investors structure their properties to pay off mortgages in a fraction of the timeHow properties can work together to eliminate debt fasterWhat changes once rentals become free and clearThis approach is often referred to as an accelerated paydown strategy — using rental income intentionally to reduce debt sooner, rather than waiting decades for mortgages to run their course.John will also share a simple calculator you can use to see how this works with real numbers and realistic scenarios.The Core Idea When a rental has a mortgage, the rent has one job:pay the bank.When a rental is paid off, the rent has a different job:pay you.Most people only see one timeline…30 years.This session shows how investors shorten that timeline and gradually increase their income as properties become free and clear.Who This Event Is ForThis event is for people who want more than just “owning rentals” on paper.Rental owners who are tired of most of the rent going to the bank and want a clearer path to real, usable incomeNew investors who want to understand how rental properties actually build wealth over time before jumping inPeople with capital who want to invest in real estate with intention and a long-term planAnyone serious about freedom and curious how rental properties transition from debt-heavy assets into income-producing onesEvent DetailsLocation: Ohio Brewing Company - 421 E 2nd Ave, Columbus, OH 43201Date & Time: January 25th, 6–8 PM (Doors open at 5:30)Cost: Free (Seats are limited - RSVP required)If you’ve ever wondered how rental properties actually turn into freedom —this is the room to be in. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/columbus/turning-rentals-into-income-how-investors-pay-off-properties-faster/100001980492192461 - **Event Categories**: meetups, workshops - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Columbus - **state**: OH - **country**: United States - **location**: Ohio Brewing Company Columbus - **lat**: 39.9814157 - **long**: -82.9934126 - **full address**: Ohio Brewing Company Columbus, 421 East 2nd Avenue, Columbus, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Turning Rentals Into Income: How Investors Pay Off Properties Faster - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/20a3d31a838414338e6895bfa455ce56073acd37b21cf62f8d874b3e05021759-rimg-w1200-h600-dcf7f6f4-gmir.jpg?v=1769920690 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Turning Rentals Into Income: How Investors Pay Off Properties Faster being held? - **A:** Turning Rentals Into Income: How Investors Pay Off Properties Faster takes place on Wed, 25 Feb, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Wed, 25 Feb, 2026 at 08:00 pm at Ohio Brewing Company Columbus, 421 East 2nd Avenue, Columbus, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Turning Rentals Into Income: How Investors Pay Off Properties Faster? - **A:** Turning Rentals Into Income: How Investors Pay Off Properties Faster is organized by Columbus Investors Club. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Turning Rentals Into Income: How Investors Pay Off Properties Faster is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Columbus, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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