say you find a solid property in a low cost market for $200K and you buy it.between down payment, closing costs, rent ready / spruce up costs, and lease-up costs, you're probably going to need at least 50-65K in cash. 

Generally speaking, Boston proper is an appreciation market (low cap rates) unless you have a solid value-add play.

That's a very low amount given it's a commercial property.

If you're just starting, focus on free or low-cost resources to build your foundation, and consider mentorship later if you need personalized guidance or want to accelerate your progress.Good luck!

Detroit offers solid cash flow potential, a relatively low barrier to entry, and the market fundamentals are improving with a growing population and significant investments in the city.Since you’re based in upstate NY, Detroit is also a quick and easy flight, making it easier to visit and get a feel for the market if you’re considering out-of-state investing.

Keeping it friendly and low intensity is more likely to be successful.I recently offered to completely replace my neighbor's fence next to my rental and they said "No".

Install low profile LED lights or wall sconces.If this is an investment property you need to be thinking about returns.

When I got suspicious, I asked my realtor to send me a copy of the funding letter which was on letterhead & had the name & phone number of InsulaI do believe two of the partners went with them due to the low interest fees.

Make sure you buy it low enough to make it worth the trouble.

That said, most of our DSCR options have had rates drop over the past few days, so right now is probably a good time to move forward (at an 80% or 75% LTV) as it is very possible to get you rates in the 8s and even low 7s right now at those LTVs, if your credit and DSCR ratio are good.