Practice analyzing deals, explore surrounding markets if NYC feels too competitive, and stay persistent, closing your first deal takes time but is well worth the effort.Good luck!

Hey Kyle, take a look at Redfin's market data for Phoenix and you can see the strong migration to Phoenix from affluent parts of the country like the Pacific North West.

It’s worth reaching out to your local tax office to explore options.

Starting with remote investing, like in Charlotte, can be an option, but it might be worth exploring local opportunities in Orange County too.

My interests lie in all areas of real estate, and I am eager to explore potential opportunities and gain insights into effective strategies.

I got into RE investing utilizing the same strategy as you're exploring.

Know your data. 

And sounds like a good set of options you are looking at.Here's some data and visualization on recent trends in some of the markets mentioned here.

Your financial position is strong, and leveraging financing for your next rental while maintaining a conservative debt-to-income ratio is a smart approach—consider consulting a lender to explore options that align with your goals and keep your investments sustainable.

You don't provide enough data to know.Every product is only worth what you are willing to pay for it.