I am still pretty new to the area but I am ready to jump in and start investing in multi-families in the Albany and surrounding areas.  Since this is something that is best done with a team of experts that know a lot ...

Yes I understand that possibility, that's why I try to build relationships with the builders that I work with so they know that I'm trying to get them a good deal and I know that I can trust them with any potential contracts.

I actually had to do this recently as I also plan on doing renovations to a 3 unit building. 

Do people other than tenants in the building have access to the area?

Replaced all the windows in the building, insulated the attic and redid the front stoop and cellar doors.

Purchase price: $110,000 Cash invested: $30,000 Hobby Farm On 10 acres2300 sq ft house with 8 out buildings - Large Barn, Animal/hog barn, Mid-size machine shed (2) 25' x 35' / 30' x 50', Large Machine shed 60' x 60', Grainery barn, Entertainment Barn, 3 car garage What made you interested in investing in this type of deal?

We also buy the rentals we lock up and offload some too so I'd suggest doing your marketing in the market where you want to build your portfolio. 

Whether you're curious about cost-effective renovations, navigating building codes, or optimizing a property's layout, feel free to reach out.

Since you're 6-12 months away from buying, use this time to build investor relationships, master deal analysis, and secure financing.

You might hire a property manager, use a co-hosting service, or build your own team (like I did!).