They offer networking opportunities, education, and local insights for landlords.4.

Albany, Syracuse, Utica, OH, PA, etc.) for cashflow.The challenge in these markets is that demand is through the roof, and many properties either sell at the asking price or above the asking price (Suffolk's sale price average was 1.5% ABOVE the asking price).If I were in your shoes, I'd explore local and remote multi-family options before considering the mid-term rental route.All the best!

Hey Carlos, I am local to the area and have helped investors with this.

Even tried craigslist and local paper once.

Networking with Canadians who’ve invested in the U.S. and finding good local agents or property managers will also help a lot.

Unfortunately.. locals will still be upset either way.

Tahoe isn't ideal right now as the local community is vehemently anti-Airbnb and the permitting system is challenging to navigate.

Consult a CPA or real estate attorney to understand tax implications, build a reserve fund for unexpected costs, and research local regulations to ensure a smooth and profitable transition into rental property ownership.Good luck!

If you have a local appliance store near the rental, go there and talk to them. 

Unless you use a local professional familiar with the market, who you trust, best way to know a good deal is to study the market.