If I was an educated investor looking for the best hot spot, I'd put it on Syracuse.

It sounds like you are in a nice spot where you have options moving forward with investing, (congrats).

As long as you stay invested and let your hard earned capital continue to grow, you can pick your spots when a real estate opportunity offers outsized returns comparatively to other investments. 

Lesson learned.You’re also spot on about the equity.

., you’re spot on and the condo conversion would be a good move but I think it might be too soon for that (I am a little more attached than my other properties since it’s my home).

If they have a 5 year lease that says "tenant may have 2 pitbulls" then you are in a hard spot and have to find insurance.

You’re in an exciting spot.

100% agree with @Collin Hays - find a local manager, preferably one not too large or not too small, I would say 30-90 properties is usually a sweet spot.

But they had to jump through a dozen HOA hoops..eventually, the building got stricter on short-term stays.For single-family homes, if you can snag something with a scenic deck or quick access to popular spots, you’d be surprised how many travelers pay a premium for that “living like a local” vibe.

I know a lot of spots in Utah have very good REIAs.