It would likely be comparable to what you pay in the NE.Just google "Lexington County tax estimator" or whatever county you're interested in and you'll usually find a web tool from the County you can use to estimate the tax bill based on the previous year's assessments.There is also a law called the ATI tax exemption that can potentially lower than 6% rate by 25%.

I have a potential deal on the hook however, the property has been neglected by its previous and current owners and the current tenant isn't the cleanest.

You have to weigh the benefit of the insurance claim payment versus potentially having your carrier cancel you and perhaps get black-balled by the insurance industry.

If all three units are on long-term leases that don't expire soon, you'll likely exclude many potential buyers. 

Budget between 300K and 400K.Any areas that have the potential for a good cash flow?

I actually had come across your post below in the Events forum and thought to myself it would have been nice to attend that to see first hand a local flip and talk shop about the process.https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/521/topics/1215682-chec...I am happy to hear that someone with your experience in the region feels that Westchester is a market with some potential.

I’m based out of Lehi, Utah, and have always been fascinated by the potential of real estate to create opportunities and build wealth.After spending time learning about the industry and what it takes to succeed, I’m ready to dive in and start making deals happen!

I haven't thought as far ahead as looking at potential areas to buy property.

If you can be around there that's a great area, or if you are okay with being further out you can look in Buckey potentially or Queen Creek.

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