If you have a 20 year timeline, I'd probably recommend B areas closer to the city or in the better school districts in the suburbs for the highest combined ROI over that time period.Right now you can expect to find decently turnkey multis for about $60-$125k/unit usually all at least hitting the 1% rule in that range.

In a dense area, such as in-town (city, dense suburb, etc) you should be able to find sales within a half mile. 

Or find it particularly useful being industry specific? 

Find local real estate investor meetups and attend the meetings.

Hi, did you have any luck finding wholesalers on Long Island?   

Hey @Spencer Cuello, so you will find most of us aren't fans of arbitrage.I see you listed NYC so you know that you can't do a STR in the city unless you live there.IE: You need to be onsite, living in the same unit you are going to rent.As per usual...

I think initially it makes sense to find properties that already have finished basements, in-law suites, etc. as converting those spaces to ADUs will be inexpensive and create a significant amount of rental income ($2,000/month+ in most areas close to the city).

It is time for new ones and this time I will use a pro once I find one where I own the pics and not them.

If you need lender recommendations use the forum to find out who others have used in your area. 

Quote from @Alex Spivey: I want to start renting as soon as I can so does anyone have adviceYou want to find a place to rent and occupy, or you want to buy an investment that you can rent to others?