Dear Wilkes-Barre-Scranton area, my name is Gabe and I'm relatively new to the real-estate game- but I'm eager to learn.

I seem to remember that I didn't even have a business card until then either.You are VERY late to the game to be making these decisions. 

Stay consistent, set clear goals, and remember real estate is a long-term game that rewards patience and persistence!

Like @Sarah Miller and @Marcy Albrecht said, you can buy places within the city limits but it's still about location. with that said, i'm always looking out for my end game. one of the issues with buying in certain parts of canton is that when you decide you're done, you may not be able to unload your properties.

Since you already know the metrics in the fix & flip game, this might be an avenue for you to consider.

The deposit amount when working with a lender comes from the lender - it is basically the amount of skin the lender wants you to have in the game. 

It’s a long game so worrying about the short term is kind of pointless.

In addition- if it's not working and the tenant takes legal action, the judge certainly isn't going to be on your side when you tell them a flooring contractor said it was warm in the house.This game is all about mitigating your risk by being proactive.

- regional / drivable destination (I've personally rented out a bunch of Airbnbs here)- already established STR laws (while very strict, they have shown to grandfather in permits and haven't proposed a flat out ban that would also retroactively take away permits)- Fredericksburg also fights new hotels just as hard as STRs.

My understanding is that O.J. used asset protection trusts established in Nevada with spendthrift clauses to protect his assets from creditors...