Buying a portfolio might lead you to making decisions you don't have the experience and foresight to make well.

A well-structured deal with a clear exit strategy can be just as valuable as a full rehab.

I would be happy to forward you the contacts of these folks so you can reach out, as well as a referral for a short term rental consultant who may have some insight.

I remember being 30 minutes into a call and him saying “alright well I don’t know what else we have to talk about.”

These are great programs to use and NY offers a few as well as a couple of Nationwide DPA's and grants.

Look at the macroeconomic charts and census data as well.

RE is always changing and if you have only one niche then well your limited in opportunities and subject to the conditions that exist at the time for that strategy.  

Ask them to update your photos and put your best foot forward.If the market is doing well and your PM is marketing poorly, then you have a case for complaint and/or moving to a new manager.

It sounds like you have a great background for investing as well as assisting other real estate investors in buying suitable real estate. 

💰Well said!