I'm based in WI and there are several people from NY investing here, some successful and some not---the common thread I see from the ones that are not is that they relied on someone else for information instead of investigating, VERIFYING and doing their own due diligence. 

Most likely one of two issues. (1) You don't have an investment grade deal; or (2) you don't have the relationships yet to assign a contract. 

Anyone have recommendations on ones that are actually worth it and have helped you or others you know. 

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If there’s physical damage dishwasher goes out 3 times in one year like it has in the program I work at the company pays the first $500 towards repairs or the new one.

You said that you are applying for an FHA loan so it sounds as though you'd be living in one unit. 

@Audrey Sommer you have some good comments above (and some funny ones too) but just to confirm, what you were told is not accurate.  

While I do not live in ID, I'd love to connect you with one of the best agents out there.

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