Any Advice for someone in the Albany upstate NY Region

[Daniel Smith]

Hi Everyone,

I recently relocated to the upstate NY Albany area.   I'm currently renting but would like to acquire my first deal within a years time.  My intention is to purchase a duplex/ multifamily property , live in one unit and rent the other(s) out.   Any advice specific to the market in my area would be appreciated.  P.S  I'd like to begin working on my loan pre-qualification so if you know of any solid lenders for first time buyers I'd appeciate it.  

Thanks