Two of the books that have helped me when I was in your position are Start with Strategy - https://store.biggerpockets.com/products/start-with-strategyThe Book on Estimating Rehab costs - https://store.biggerpockets.com/products/the-book-on-estimat...Since you like the podcasts - these are available as audio books and broken into audio chapters so you can listen just like podcasts!

The lakes region benefits from some of the nicest bodies of water in New England as well as close proximity to some excellent skiing, snowmobiling, snowshoeing and other winter activities.

The listing agent is trying to get the highest price for their client.So, they will put a positive spin on everything they can.You should hire your own EXPERIENCED investor agent!

My personal goals focus on appreciation, so I'm okay with making minimal positive cash flow in an area that is appreciating quickly, even if rent rates are increasing at a slower pace.

The condos I am planning to invest all yields less than 1% when following the 2% rule.NOI ~14,000The rental calculator told me I won’t be having positive cash flow until 4 years after purchase.

Again, I don't know if their a scam or legit but if they've been in business as long as they say they have, shouldn't they have at least one positive review?

And a lot of start-up companies are migrating to this city as well because of the OSU campus that has thousands of talented students graduating and looking for positions locally.

Challenges for investors in AstoriaAs seen in the analysis/spreadsheet, achieving positive cash flow on a duplex will take at least 4 years.

Put 30% down to flow positive immediately Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

I've seen too many people try to force a tax deduction or strategy but end up putting themselves in a worse position by picking a strategy that doesn't align with their goals.If you're done with real estate altogether there are a few recommendations.