Proximity to Major Northeastern CitiesBuffalo’s location near major urban centers like New York City and Boston makes it an attractive alternative for buyers seeking more affordable housing without sacrificing access to urban amenities.5.

OP, keep in mind not having access to heating and sharing same water heater and etc will require an easygoing tenant in the nextgen.

To get access to the maximum amount of equity, I would recommend Tower Credit Union.

Basically does it all and the customer service and response time on the in app or online chat is insanely fast. 

Haverhill is another interesting area with reasonable home prices and a lot of municipal developments in the works (also the commuter rail and easy access to major highways).

They are not for everyone; if you have access to knowledge, contacts, money, and properties, you don't need a mentor.  

Networking, local meetups, door knocking, mailers, wholesalers, online forums specific to your area of interest.  

I am 14 hours into the 20-hour online course offered by "RealEstateU."

Hi all,I am new to the online community but have been listening to bigger pockets podcasts for years.

The rates beat hard money and it's all online.