Though not cheap, Perrysburg has seen consistent appreciation, making it a good bet for long-term growth.Investing $100K+ in Toledo:If you're putting $100K+ into one property, Ottawa Hills and Perrysburgwould be top choices for appreciation-focused investments.

Focusing on Connecticut for your initial investment is a solid choice, especially since you’re familiar with the area.

If Newburgh sees valuation like Beacon did there still could be opportunity, however like I mentioned the people betting on this already did it years ago. 

By the way, these are the choices I have:(OAPR) PROBATE/GUARDIANSHIP ORDER APPOINTING PR/GDN(OAW) PROBATE ORDER ADMITTING WILL(ODPR) PROBATE/GUARDIANSHIP ORDER DISCH PR/GDN(PBO) PROBATE/GUARDIANSHIP MISC ORDER(PTPR) PROBATE/GUARDIANSHIP PETITION DISCH PR/GDNThese are some "trust" categories:(TRNOT) NOTICE OF APPLICATION(TR) TRUST

But, I would not bet on a boom in rents or prices until 2026 at least. 

I have no choice but to commit to this game for the long-haul.

For hardwood, that will take much longer and I'd bet they'd walk on it or move heavy furniture before the top coat is cured and damage it.

Given the choice between cash now of say $500k, or REAL equity of $600k, I choose $600k equity as long as the $600k is greater on a RISK ADJUSTED BASIS.  

Also from the choices you provided, I believe you are looking at somewhat passive options.  

if they Ghost you  U have no choice but to follow the foreclosure rules in the state the property is in.. and dont hesitate never gets better.