Newbie Considering Rochester NY

[Frederic Babeux]

Hello all,

I was considering investing in Rochester NY this year. My goal is buy and hold and the reason why I chose this region is because it's close-ish to me (5 1/2 hrs drive) and the prices fit my current budget. I am aware that some neighborhoods are rougher than some others and would like some guidance to make a good decision. My first purchase would be all cash and then I look into adding more with leverage depending on performance/how i like it.

Also, do you have any locals to recommend? PMs, Realtors, real estate lawyers etc etc.

Thank you in advance!

[Mike Szatkowski]

I've lived in this area my entire life and nothing against Rochester but I'd give Buffalo and those surrounding areas a look as well.  The Buffalo area has been on fire the last several years and is still on the rise.  Rochester just always feels meh to me.