I think you have many great opportunities in that part of NY but I would say develop some metrics and measure markets according to your metrics. 

Nice to meet you!

My name is Anne Musa, I currently work 8 to 5, I am looking for real estate opportunities in small multifamily and STR/MTR.

Dallas-Fort Worth offers growth and opportunity, but smaller markets like Sioux Falls or Des Moines provide stability.

Additionally it would be nice to write off a car and whatnot which I can't do with my first Airbnb as easily. but addressing the root of what you're saying, I 100% agree with you.

Look for properties with value-add opportunities that don't cost much money.

My home in a nice suburb (Hamilton County) with great schools doubled in value from 2013 to 2021..

You may be able to get into a reasonably priced house hack in these markets and benefit from some nice appreciation.

You will likely have trouble finding many of them, as they can't market investment opportunities, per se.And even if you do find them, I would be hesitant to dive in with them, given your (presumed) low income. 

Originally posted by @Aisha Young:Hey all,I am brand new to the community, so nice to meet you all.I am currently living in Australia with my partner, and bought our first house here a few months back.