3) Would it be better to buy something off-market and fix whatever is needed or buying new construction? 

Is this something you still do?

Major issues, numbers just aren’t that good, hiding something and wholesalers aren’t bound by the code of ethics to disclose issues like agents are etc… We also have a competitive off market, market.

I hate when I see investors blame the agent or list something as a bad investment / misrepresentation when the investor is the one who should have researched all of that ahead of time. 

CPA/client relationship is definitely is something that needs careful consideration because want to find something that is the best fit for you in terms of risk tolerance level as well as budget.I just helped BP actually build out a CPA finder page so if you are still looking, check out that page to see service providers that have experience in working with RE investors https://www.biggerpockets.com/business/finder/tax-and-financ...

Asking here will only get people to recommend their areas for the most part, but you should do this to determine the best area to invest out-of-state1. make a list of every place you and your wife have ever lived2. make a second list of where you closest friends and family (the ones you like) live3. use those lists to ask questions and review good investment market listsWhen you see something from 3 that is on 1 or 2, that is a good place to start if it fits your budget.

Something to think about is that you may have unforeseen costs, holding costs and additional closing costs on the refinancing. 

Bad tenants come from every nationality and race, and if you didn't screen well, them being there could partially be your own fault. vacancy and turn over of the house should have been something you worked into your budget when you bought the place.

Just trying to look for something accurate. my market is multi families in nyc. 

Check that the property is setup correctly in the MLS - make sure it's not listed under vacant land or something weird.