I actually have lived in NYC for 2 years (in 2008-09 when we were hit hard by the recession and a huge snow storm at the same time).

You'll find that the weather is similar to the UK, thou I don't think snows other there.Cost of living compared to the UK is way way cheaper, you'll like that.But as you're probably use to public transport in the UK, here you'll need a car to get around. 

Hi, @Donald King, have you accounted for lawn care, snow removal, trash, water, shared utilities (like outside or hallway lighting)?

@Kevin AllenIf you are talking about a multi-unit property (i.e. a 16-unit apartment) there is no expectation of privacy in the common areas of the property - including the grounds.If the property is a residential property (SFH, townhouse/duplex, etc) and you have not established in the lease that you would be retaining access to a portion of the property (garage, out-building, grounds) or that you would be providing an ongoing service (yard work, snow removal), it is reasonable for the tenant to expect quite enjoyment of the entire premises.  

What was lacking this past winter was snow (not typical!)

s) now $1M.  

@Ali Boone  Ha yes...well maybe, I hate to rain on all the ski bums parade but the El Ninos have one El problemo, that is they are warmer than normal winter storms and don't necessarily translate to more snow for the resorts.

The gas will be used in winter when the panels are covered with snow, but otherwise not much.

If applied inappropriately, it will pond water and will not last 2-3 years, especially where there is snow.

For example if investor A has 5 duplexes and investor B has 10 and they both have the same amount of money to spend on those units, that's 5 more roofs that need to be replaced, 5 more property taxes to be paid, 5 more sidewalks that crack and need to be replaced, 10 more water heaters to upgrade, 10 more furnaces that eventually go bad, 5 more yards to mow and do snow removal on, 5 more PM's if that's your thing, you get the point.