Your parameters are set up to disadvantage the financing scenario by removing several of its most powerful features. 

You go ahead and install high-end granite countertops, solid wood floors, automated window blinds, and a ton of other smart home features to the property.

"NY is both landlord and tax unfriendly" - investorSCENARIO: 25 y/o, wants to buy and hold MFRs in great school districts, looking to start journeyQUESTION: What are the best and worst features of Capital District NY for a real estate investor?

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You'll have a better idea of what features and locations work well, and what kinds of photos grab you.

Does LR, AK have some of those same features as near term potential?

Not to mention, laundry is a privilege or amenity and to be honest, yes it is an attractive feature but a laundry included is not a must in my opinion.

The difference is that properties in Manassas are 100k cheaper in average to what you are going to find with similar features in Springfield.

With good commute times and no geologically restrictive features along with great business opportunities throughout the county, this won't happen for a while in the CLT market.