You are the Chief, You call the shots.  

I agree with @Anton Ivanov, at the VERY least you need to have a representative inspecting it for you.However, while I will agree with people here that say, especially on your first deal (and your first deal with any new provider in the future), it is important to lay eyes on a property, I think your chief issue is something a bit more basic - you haven't narrowed down your market or your turnkey provider yet, which leaves you needing to investigate properties all over the country. 

What's everyone's thoughts on multifamily properties in the Rochester/Buffalo/Syracuse area?

I have a considerable amount of money saved (30k) and am ready to start investing in property, specifically in Syracuse, NY or Ithaca, NY.

Okay, so I'm the chief rain maker on parades, you think that's all I would like to do?

To name a few in close proximity to NY, Cleveland, Pittsburgh,Philadelphia , Syracuse , all offering value added deals.Should you need any assistance or have questions feel free to reach out and happy investing.Good luckHem

I'm buying a SFH from HUD in Syracuse NY, using cash.

This is a view shared by the chief compliance officers of the IRA custodians we utilize, as well as several other knowledgeable professionals in our network.The risk is that the IRS, should they decide to scrutinize your activities, could look at the situation one of two ways, depending on how they view the facts and circumstances, and also likely the skill and mood of the investigator:Here is a trustee for a plan executing contracts on behalf of the plan.

Its a pleasure to introduce myself.I've recently quit my role as Chief Design and Construction Officer at a luxury apartment development shop (Kaufman Development) in Columbus OH.

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