Narrowing in on a Market for investing and construction work

[Ori Holzman]

Hey! :)

I am looking to narrow in on a Market for buying and holding, and would really appreciate any advice.

Looking to house hack a two or three family house. I'd likely need to change jobs to make this happen once I aquire the loan, since I currently work in NYC. I'd like to start working in construction, as I feel it's my "in" to obtaining more houses in the future. I have a wife and child, so it's important to live in a safe place.

Currently, I can get approved for about 250K if it's a two family house that generates $800 from the second unit.

Here's what I'm currently looking into or considering:

Hartford and Waterbury Connecticut.

Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

Philadelphia

Catskill Mountains

I am looking for info these locations from an investor standpoint, as well as obtaining a job in construction.

Thanks,