I would start asking questions about how the organizations you work with handle draws administratively and that should give you a good idea of how things will go. 

Even though interest rates are high, we have a big Mircron plant coming here as part of the CHIPS act so that could boost housing demand in the coming years.I don't know the SYR market, but I did a quick search for duplexes somewhat outside of the city, and found this: https://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/7300-Lakes....

It by no means is an exhaustive search but I also haven’t seen any co-op communities selling for 50% of comparable condos.I also know lenders that have originated loans for the co-ops in Laguna Hills and I was also reading how Fannie Mae buys mortgages issues to co-ops so it sounds like there’s a market for both qualified and non-qualified loans.

For suburbs you really have to search for each cities rules.  

I would search for a property that has a low interest rate Fha or VA loan.

Have you searched for co-hosts in your area? 

Here is a solid summary from an internet search that will give you all you need to move forward:"A notice to terminate a property management agreement is a written communication to the property management company that informs them of the intention to end the contract.

Here are a few suggestions on how you can maximize the wealth of information available: Check out the blogs and podcasts, or take advantage of the search feature (magnifying glass).

Luke - after a year of searching I found a property that i'm under contract on and feel pretty good about. 

My personal thoughts are to search for "deal analysis" kinds of videos on youtube.