Also, thoughts on potentially investing abroad first vs the tri-state area (where house prices have skyrocketed)?

If you are buying properties here and doing minimal repairs, just enough to get them rented, then the maintenance will eat all the potential cash flow.

What about other potential loan options like 401(k)?

2) DONT use future potential appreciation as a basis for appreciation… unless you ALSO factor in future potential DEpreciation.3) You're not buying a rental property, you ARE buying a Cash Flowing Business ….

Borrower short on a variable rate (HELOC), borrow long with a fixed rate.I can potentially do either for you but would suggest a fixed rate either first or second mortgage. 

After viewing properties, potential renters would receive programmable follow-up questions and even be given follow-up questions to determine their level of interest.

Hello,I am new to the investment property market and wanted to see if my investment property goals were stainable and if I could get some questions answered. I live on the east coast and hope to buy an investment prop...

Having proper liability insurance and potentially a sign warns of slippery when wet. 

I believe the property has potential, but it is going to be major.

Don't overlook the importance of knowing the rules, ensuring utility access, and researching the potential return on investment.