Here are some diagrams to help you in your quest for answers on this subject:Asset Protection Decision Diagram - to help assess the need for asset protection, and what to implement : https://www.biggerpockets.com/files/user/CosIorg/file/asset-protection-decision-diagramAsset Protection Onion Diagram - what, when and at what cost one should implement in terms of asset protection - https://www.biggerpockets.com/files/user/CosIorg/file/asset-protection-onion-diagram-v2What is needed for a complete asset protection OR the domains that need to be intersected to find asset protection

In terms of the actual *mortgage* county tax, if you google NYS Mortgage Tax rate form MT-15, you will find a several page document that will highlight your tax rate depending on which NYS county you're purchasing in.

It requires the borrower has significant experience and is very costly (in terms of rates/origination)It's generally really risky to do 100% financing especially if you are inexperienced.

Yes & no - I see what your perspective is in terms of doing due diligence, but its up to the current owner to allow you to do that. 

El Cajon I feel has the most bang for buck in terms of what I will be paying and getting in return with rents.

I am completely open in terms of new investment opportunities / investment types.

I also want to understand the implications for wanting to buy a primary home as well as a rental in terms of financing.Would be really grateful to connect and learn from you all.Thank you

@Jason Park hit the nail on the head in terms of "it depends on your goals".

In terms of comps and understanding both sales & lease deals, as well as what space might be available by tracking lease expirations, it is absolutely the best choice out there. 

Hello yes please forward me the portfolio information and I will see what we can do in terms of funding.