At first I was sure that investing in White Plains would be s sure fire bet, however after realizing that the city has one of the highest tax rates in the state, I am no longer 100% certain.

Your best bet is to google asbestos abatement contractors in your area and have a discussion with them. 

Some love the sport, some are interested in creating a nest egg for their family and others want to build wealth that can last for generations.Who do you aspire to be like are there industry leaders that you are following is there a guru that you want to be like or do you have a mentor that has given you a blueprint.  

If you have a rented who comes in on a favorable wind day, you can bet they will leave the first chance they get.Not all low-priced properties are a good deal.

For current short term rental, some of the coastal neighborhoods might be a better bet.

Instead of sitting on sidelines And twiddling the thumb getting into tk investing is a better bet.

On that note, do you conclude that it would be a better bet for me to go minor in finance as opposed to marketing?

I do keep my property in good condition and I bet I can manage whatever repairs that will pop up in the future if tenets occupied it. 

You might partner with your parents, my bet is they can obtain financing without putting their home at risk.After they see success, then you might suggest they leverage the place on their own account, invest with you, not for you. 

I like betting on myself and going against the grain.