White subway tile is one of the cheapest tiles you can buy, but to make it look high-end, try installing it in a unique pattern like vertical stacked or basket weave!

Feel free to PM me if you'd like. 

Yep sounds like you got it. 

Most likely won't as your portfolio grows. 

There are some great neighborhoods here that balance cash flow and appreciation, like Fountain Square and Bates-Hendricks, and parts of Irvington.

Talk to a few people there, they are a helpful crowd of like minded people. 

Not likely to produce the result you think you'll get.

It seems like lease-purchase and seller-carry are better strategies but perhaps it's only because I don't yet understand the nuances of your escrow strategy.

Like I said- just another issue to help you make up your mind.

We’ve been actively investing in the Upstate NY region, and I’d love to share some insights about the local market, especially areas like Albany, Schenectady, and Troy/, which can offer great opportunities for investors.In terms of your budget and goals, there are definitely deals in Upstate NY, and with the right knowledge and strategy, it can be a very lucrative place to invest.