Now I’m rebuilding my investment portfolio while helping other investors find deals.

I'd say start the process of securing your HELOC if you havn't done so and spend time analyzing deals and determining what type of investor you are looking to be. 

Since you're open to markets beyond NYC, you might want to connect with local investor meetups or REI groups in those areas to build relationships with agents, wholesalers, and lenders who understand the nuances of each market.If you're looking to break out of analysis paralysis, maybe start by narrowing down one or two target markets and running numbers on actual deals.

Quote from @Moe Aly: Hey Everyone, just wanted to introduce myself, first time using bigger pockets, I am responsible for the wholesaling department in our company here in Columbus ohio and we assign around 15-20 deals a month!

Jumping deep into real estate investing and looking to connect with real player— investors, buyers, and deal-makers.

So not a good deal.

Depends on the actual deal I have seen 85/15 rarely 90/10 but keep in mind your primary home will have a second lien on it typically if your LTV is over 75%. 

However, they spend a ridiculous amount of time for 1-2 deals a year.

It’s got strong rental demand and a big community of investors, which makes it easier to find deals and support.If flips are your goal down the road, consider a house hack that’s a light fixer-upper.

What made you interested in investing in this type of deal?