I’m eager to learn and grow in this community. 

Then focus on growing your money. 

The ultimate goal here is to retire as soon as possible and not wait to grow equity over 5-10 years to be able to retire. 

This is simply predatory in nature full stop.I have sold many of my OREO props on low down ZERO percent financing but they were at market prices and the buyers owned them free and clear in 24 to 36 months that works.. but long term contracts on these homes is not a solution for neighborhood revitalization just the opposite.

I saw how fast the city was growing and decided to make the jump.

I've read many other forum posts explaining how natural appreciation in Scranton is very slow but will cash flow nicely in the right area.

Grow a pair and dont take any crap. 

I figure as the area is growing and there are more people moving to the area it will increase the values.

We just bought a house in a highly desired older neighborhood.The owner agreed to owner finance it with 5k down over 5 years at 0% interest.We did put some money into the house to fix it up some.The rental income will cover the payments.Always ask for owner financing, the answer might surprise you.Work with money partners to do more deals.Join your local Real Estate Club and learn new techniques and grow your network.

Hi @Luca Perinuzzi, I work with New Western and we only sell investment properties, so all of our clients are naturally investors.