Should I re evaluate what strategy I should use and maybe look further out in places such as Rochester and BRRR properties out thereHey @Jared Leggett, I know I'm jumping in here late in the game, and I have to admit that I haven't read all the many comments you've gotten, but I wanted to provide what I imagine and glean is a contrary view.It is easy to dunk on NYC for young investors starting out, but if you are a first time homebuyer you can buy a $1M property with $35k down (+ closing costs which can be avoided with seller's concessions).

I don't think I need to have that exactly figured out on day 1 of my first rental purchase, I need to get into the game. 

Hi All, I am very new to the Real Estate investing game and haven't pulled the trigger on any properties yet.

But I get it... there is affiliation with open door to BP and so that's a big part of their marketing.

My mother is very interested in learning more about the power of real estate and how she can get in the game.

Without factoring in tax benefits and principal pay down, you're $1800 ahead of the game by house hacking.

Refinancing game is tricky.

Are you getting an affiliate fee for your link?  

I've seen some well-known syndicators brag about having "skin in the game" when the truth is they invest $100,000 in $25 million deal but take home $250,000 or more in fees.

The Pacific Northwest is competitive, so leveraging those connections can be a game-changer.Second, when analyzing deals, ensure you’re building a framework to assess not just the property’s performance today but its future potential.