I'm curious, to investors in NYC, where have you been able to find the most success?

I'm terrified of doing all this research, finding a "dream" property, only for it to fail and negative cash flow. 

The market between the 2 locations & resident class (Especially if you plan to self mange or find a PM company), Your future goals and the costs associated with moving and transferring to a new hospital. 

I mostly want to find out more info on the deal with HD.

I wanted something I could fix and flip for the quick capital as well as the experience of managing a project, finding contractors, etc How did you find this deal and how did you negotiate it?

Personally, I find BTRs to be more predictable with fewer ongoing maintenance issues, and they tend to attract high-quality tenants.

If you are having trouble finding a duplex, is house hacking an option?

Do a bit of digging, and you can find single-families in suburbs like Decatur or Meridianville that appreciate at rates above the statewide and nationwide average and hit the 1% rule at the same time.One caveat, though, is that most rentals in Huntsville proper probably aren’t going to deliver the cash flow you’re looking for.

Would definitely recommend finding a partner who can help walk you through this if you decide to move ahead. 

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