Median price of these 5 is 499k.West NY definitely has potential and is attracting more investors as other areas (like most of JC) have become more competitive and expensive, but very limited inventory makes it challenging to find a good house-hack opportunity. 

Not 30yr fixed, but 15/1 ARM and very competitive interest rates.

Although this market is expensive and competitive, I'm still going to take on the challenge.

Of course the very robust competition you mention might mean the market is over-saturated and thats why rents are so low?

Investment Info:

Single-family residence wholesale investment in Arlington.

Purchase price: $130,000

Cash invested: $1,010

Sale price: $160,000

This was another wholesale deal we locked up. This ...

Investment Info:

Single-family residence wholesale investment in Arlington.

Purchase price: $130,000

Cash invested: $1,010

Sale price: $160,000

This seller inherited the property from her Father ...

If you want the best tenants of whats available you want to set yourself apart a little from the competition. 

Or do you have only enough to put a down payment.Metro Atlanta competition is fierce so be prepared to do a full gut rehab if you’re planning to buy anything under $130k.

And, we do it out of love - lol - and because low-ball competition hurts our own bottom line.

To me, it feels like you're taking a micro view (looking at the CRE market as the thing, rather than the global economy).