Obviously I’ve read be weary of the low bid, $7k is a tough pill to swallow on this one as it’s redlining my budget.

Is there anyway to prove they are the ones smoking?

Some of the best deals in NY are going to be in Syracuse, Albany, and Buffalo, but tough weather.

This is a tough job.

This is a tough road to slog.  

@Jibu V. wow tough break.

Depreciation is not factored into cash flow calculations, you are correct.It's going to be tough to find a true 1% deal on the market, and it has been for a few years.

First starting out can be tough, everything can look enticing.  

Atlanta is a tough market and cash flow isn't easy to come by so if you're able to get out there and start finding/creating deals, you very well might be able to find an investor to JV with. 

They smoke in the house, however - I have no "proof" to prove that they do in the court of law except that I smell it and see a cloud of smoke arising from their unit every time I enter3.