I am working on the plan and strategy and trying to come up with the sweet spot...

On the other side of the bridge in Tampa is another great spot.

I own a property management company that covers the whole capital region, and Albany is a bit overheated in spots right now that can make it tough to cash flow, but deals can still be found. 

Psycologically I think people are just more willing to relay information in a spot where they are in the wrong if they don't have to talk to you.

I have a split-level built in the early 70's that gets some water in the basement/downstairs living room, as well as the crawl space, during heavy rains.

We simply WANT to be able to take a summer jaunt once in a while, and so are looking for that "sweet spot" ~ I suppose SOCAL is probably more our speed in that case ....

I mean they are located in a very poor area in a real close knit spot.

There is a pool and a spot in the backyard with no water and a mold remediation letter in the file.

You hit a rough spot (we all do), got through it, and are now on your way.Happy investing.

Will Sifert You're pretty much spot on with everything I do.