I'm a big fan of the live in flip for your first.

Big reason why I'm a huge C/C- fan. 

Things to consider when buying a new build are appliances, fans, blinds, and back yard landscaping; sometimes we can get appliances included, it just depends on the situation.

Quote from @Andrew Steffens: I am generally not a fan of courses as all the info you need is out there. 

Getting that first property is exciting—and yeah, NYC is no joke when it comes to price of entry.Honestly, a lot of people I’ve talked to in your shoes end up finding better opportunities just outside the city.

Hey Bree,It's fantastic to see your excitement... it reminds me of a friend of mine who was in your shoes not too long ago.

I would probably sell in your shoes.

Cash in 2 days is good enough for me.I'm not a big fan of owning actual bonds bought from the US government. 

And if in his shoes, yup, I'd do the exact same. 

Hey @Spencer Cuello, so you will find most of us aren't fans of arbitrage.I see you listed NYC so you know that you can't do a STR in the city unless you live there.IE: You need to be onsite, living in the same unit you are going to rent.As per usual...