This falls towards analyzing data for rent and possible value. 

The standard answer is SFH and 2-4 unit MFH are valued using sales data of previously sold comparable properties (i.e. aka COMPS).

I have a park with some extra land, I can explore this idea too. 

Also, note that a VA loan can typically do 100% LTV so I'd also potentially explore that option, but you'll be able to finance more with the 203k loan.   

They then have 72 hours to submit new data. 

But certain population sectors are increasing; depending on your investment strategy, Onondaga County may represent a BOOM market.If you're looking to pick up some properties a little north, message me because I do know a gent who is exploring the idea of liquidating one or two properties north of Onondaga County.Cheers!

If you drive your Investment Vehicle by looking in the rear view mirror (looking at past data), you will crash your Vehicle.

Out where you are, there's also tons of secondary markets to explore as well that don't require plane tickets, just longer drives.

I'd like to explore the use of options in a series of blog & discussion posts and would appreciate connecting with anyone that has had experience with real estate purchase options (note: these are not lease-purchase options for renters).Thanks!

I'd explore it a little more fully.