Gotta have some skin in the game. 

Views, indoor pools, game rooms and proximity to attractions.

There is a reason we lenders require "skin in the game" and experience.

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.

Nothing wrong with being a bit new - there are options out there for all stages of the game. 

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. 

To me it’s a challenging game, an intricate puzzle where if you learn how to play you get great results.

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'm pretty new to the game and would love to get some advice from more experienced investors here!

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