Avoid the "shiny object syndrome" by narrowing down your niche as soon as possible.

Avoid the "shiny object syndrome" by narrowing down your niche as soon as possible.

It is work, and it's often exhausting, but I do think it's worth it in the long run both in the more narrow "profit" sense and the broader "your life is as meaningful as your relationships with other people" sense.

For 3 months I had no idea that the basement was occupied by a professional jazz band. 

It's coverage is nationwide but you can narrow your search to specific zip codes.

I narrowed down a location that I want to invest in.

I didn't even think of the property line thing...I would be in the same boat as I'm on a narrow lot so I would want it as close to the property line as I can...Who should I call to start this process? 

I'd recommend to visit both cities and meet with as many RE investors as you can while you're there, decide which one you want to buy in (or pick a part of town you prefer for each city), narrow down what type of property (if you need a loan- talk to some different hard money lenders about your plans), and start working with a wholesaler or realtor to help find your deal!

I know, I know... there are MULTIPLE other factors that make each purchase unique, but narrow it down for me on the numbers side... is it Cash On Cash ROI?

For example, if the stairs to the attic are too steep or narrow, they'll need to be ripped out...that's major structural work...thousands and thousands of dollars.And for what?