Once that's covered, you can go all-in on those fabulous renovations.Effective marketing plays a pivotal role in attracting tenants and increasing property appeal.

so just because you would not want to live in a specific town for various reasons does not mean they aren't attractive to others and good investment opportunities. 

Albany is also an attractive option to New Yorkers because of the price-point and proximity to nearby colleges.All the best!

These updates made the property highly attractive to tenants.

Of course "hoping" rates will come down is not a sound strategy so finding a way to assume a loan that already took advantage of low rates is a great option.If you were starting over and targeted a large SFH, would you try to maintain the property in a way that would still attract regular homebuyers (not investors) if you needed to sell?

This region offers attractive home prices in the $100K–$200K range, combined with rental yields that often exceed the 1% rule.

Therefore, your long-term income depends on the city's ability to attract new companies.

While metrics like square footage or price per square foot matter, the number of bedrooms, bathrooms, and overall location are often more critical for attracting tenants.Engaging a property manager early on can save you from costly mistakes and help you invest in properties that perform well in the rental market.

I think real estate due to the amount of money you can make and how quickly you can make it attracts people who may not understand the idea of sustainability and being consistent in what you do. 

The exterior got a fresh coat of paint, and I added modern fixtures inside to attract buyers.