I think it's also important to realize that while this area may be a "c" area, it's a "C" area by Manchester standards, which is still far better than most "C" areas across Hartford County CT.The siding is basically a non issue unless you plan on eating it.

Everyone on BiggerPockets is saying he's doing it incorrectly and I need to find a new lender/broker which I'm trying to do now.The house I'm looking at is a 4 family in East Hartford, CT that I'm 99% sure needs a full gut/rehab.

They're in the Hartford county area, if you are interested. 

From skimming the CT group it seems like areas closer to Hartford is what many of you prefer, however given the commuting time I am looking at areas within ~ 45min drive to Norwalk.

@Gaetano Ciambriello all my properties are in Hartford

New to the area and relatively new to BP. Looking to make connections with investors or other BP members in my local market! 

New agent and aspiring investor here from the Hartford area!

I just watched a duplex in West Hartford get 36 (THIRTY SIX) offers! 

I am looking to invest/flip my first property and have struggled to find opportunities in the Hartford CT area.

@William Collins I think the fact that the hospital is now part of Hartford Health is a good thing for Torrington.