I think it may depend on whether or not their software catches the change.

Thanks for sharing, always an insightful eye Collin. 

You need a rock solid property management company and a great general contractor that will keep a close eye on everything that's going on with your property, especially being out of country.

Good catch @Zorya Belanger! 

Good catch there.  

If you do decide to allow an inspection, just keep an eye out for a few things: make sure they’re serious about the purchase and not just fishing for information, and try to get a sense of their intent.

So multiple eyes and local expert providing local cost and input on lifespan.Here is an example that has a part that is more expensive in my market than other markets (unlike most parts that are the same everywhere, so in this case your cost should be significantly less due to both cheaper part and cheaper labor): $1600 40 gal water heater installed (this is good price for a plumber, a little high for a handyman) with expected life of 12 years (i have some that go 20 years and some that die in less that 10 years (mostly rheem die in less than 10 years), 12 years is fair life expectation

The numbers tend to work better, and you’re still close enough to keep an eye on things.As for NYC itself, deals are definitely out there, but it’s tougher.

With a 9-5 job too busy to catch a breather, being that it will be my first rental property would you recommend finding a property management company to oversee the investment property OR create a profile on a property management platform, I am thinking about Avail unless there is a better platform, to collect rent and hire specialist as issues arise from tenants?

It’s starting to catch up though.