We are primarily out of state investors living in Queens, looking for a New York attorney to assist with asset protection and entity structuring.

I am open to expanding my search to outside of the city so if I can’t find anything that works where I’m looking I’ll start searching in the burbs.

I've been told for years that Columbus is a great city to invest in.

This is a rough city. 

Downside is I am unsure if we start changing zoning how much in upgrades will be required by the city such as electrical.

But do your homework; the City of Orlando (most of what people think of as Orlando isn't inside city limits) is putting new restrictions on short-term rentals starting next month I believe.

Going forward, I would do that every time you move to be able to take advantage of both your entitlement and your new opportunity without having to come out of pocket with a boatload of cash.Use BP for recommendations of decent property managers in your new cities and I would bet you find decent ones so your properties are well taken care of.Best of luckStephanie

I currently live in York, PA, about 50 miles from work in Baltimore, MD. 

depending on the job search) until we move to the Twin Cities.

Hello,  we used to invest in FL,  my only suggestion is to stay way from 55+ properties.Many cities/regions specialize in retirement communities.