Syracuse NY Area-A decent market to invest in?

[Leah McNell]

Hi all! My husband and I are looking to purchase a house in the Syracuse area and rent it out to a long term (non-college) tenant. We are looking in Syracuse because I am from there (currently in the military) and familiar with the area. We are also interested in the surrounding towns/cities of Syracuse. Any advice on potential growing areas in Upstate NY? Also any advice on how to best factor in the yearly tax payment for NY houses while still generating a small cashflow? Long post short, just looking to learn from those who have bought a house in the Syracuse area and see if they have any tips/trick on how to best go about doing so. Thanks!