By focusing your efforts on a specific area, you’ll be able to learn all the nuances and make more informed decisions.Best of luck with your investment journey!

@Josh LansberryWelcome to the community and be ready for a huge amount of information at your finger tips.

I think they contain solid information and will help lay a good foundation as a beginner (Haha, I'm completely new to real estate as well, btw)I'm also going to be reading the following books, and hopefully I can finish all by the end of this month:1) The ABCs of Property Management2) The Advanced Guide to Real Estate Investing3) Long-Distance Real Estate Investing How to Buy, Rehab, and Manage Out-of-State Rental Properties (this might be the most important one to me personally)4) The Book on Investing in Real Estate with No (and Low) Money DownIn addition to reading, I'm consuming crazy amounts of youtube videos, and I'recommend you do this as well.

I would look at the value of the rentals before you make a decision to see if that makes sense for you.Regarding the furnishings, if you have to pay more for them (again here in FL, properties are generally listed fully furnished and you don't really get a discount to tell people to take the crap out - in fact, I had one guy refuse a good offer because one of my conditions was for them to take their crap!  

@Zach Howardyou can usually post enough information in a thread without the address and people will usually happily help you analyze deals. 

The purchase decision might make itself clearer once you are here, have boots on the ground and are not pressured to make a decision from long distance.

I've been a fan of Cardone for years for more than just his REI information.

The weekly rentals were $8,000 (June) & $8,500 (July-August) As the summer season rental is approaching us, we are faced with a tough decision.

As a property manager, it's crucial to understand the nuances of these fraudulent practices, recognize the signs, and implement strategies to mitigate risks effectively.Understanding Rental Application FraudRental application fraud occurs when a prospective tenant provides false information on their rental application in an attempt to secure a lease.

As someone new to NYC, I'd appreciate insights on:The current state of the UES market in this price rangeWhether buying makes financial sense for a 3-year timeline versus rentingThe pros and cons of co-ops versus condos in the neighborhoodI'm particularly interested in hearing from those with experience in the area, as I'm looking to make an informed decision.