If you can swing it and are willing to do what it takes to not lose the property if sh** hits the fan, then I would highly suggest purchasing in a more desirable area. 

@Drew Sygit Jay doesn’t want me to quit my W-2 job until we’re able to swing it.

I'll make a point of swinging through there and get back with a more informed opinion on that specific street.

You can imagine this can swing interest rates on refinances significantly dependent on the extent of that score discrepancy.

We’re on a downward swing where people are moving out.

I could swing my mouse on a screen and find dozens of properties that would easily cash-flow $300/door and more after all expenses.

Because if you're patient and don't swing at the wrong pitches you'll be in a position to use your creative finance education to pick up properties from motivated sellers.   

"If you need to hit a home run on your first at bat you probably shouldn't swing..." 

My family owned the golf course that Amazon bought for their $350 million distribution center in Liverpool, and each delay and request gave me a migraine while trying to deal with leagues and tournaments.

It does not necessarily mean swinging a hammer, mowing lawn or installing plumbing.