This property’s location in South End is a major win—walkability to shops, restaurants, and the light rail makes it very desirable.

Just go through them, select the renovated/closely matching ones, and enter them into a model.Here's my fix & flip model, you can see the comps entered and some quick stats below them: Then I use that comp data to adjust the Sale Price in the model to what I estimate it will be (double check the resale $/sf is in-line with the comps), then adjust the purchase price until I hit my desired return level. 

In our market, it is probably a bit more desirable to go after smaller multi and of course it depends on the capital you have.   

I have many questions and I've narrowed my desired locations down to Hornell, Corning, Bath, Horseheads, Elmira and or Binghamton.

Plus, if the property is in a desirable location, you may have little trouble finding tenants.However, there are potential cons to be mindful of.

Lake side homes are more desirable for short term rentals in this area but not impossible to accomplish.

From our experience, it is typically within a month of their desired move-in date.

With a strong desire to learn, I’m focused on acquiring the skills needed to make strategic investments and build generational wealth through real estate.I’m is eager to dive into the fundamentals of the industry, from property evaluation to cash flow management, and is excited to learn from the experienced mentors and peers.Welcome to the community!

Additionally, how are you navigating the refinance stage, with lenders tightening up are you still Able to generate your desired profit by refi? 

It could be a good option if the investor strongly desires ease and passive style.