Either the market is not big enough. 

If the bank statements don't match the W2, we assume the W2 is fake.Good tip!

Any tips, experiences, or best practices you can share would be greatly appreciated!

Hello All,I am currently purchasing a 2nd mixed use property in the same market. 

What are some of the tips and pointers you can provide on how to navigate these challenges?

Rented at top of the market and was able to sell after 5 years of generating 30k annually, at a rougly 125k profit above what was spent to purchase and renovate.

IT Business:With $250k in cash savings and significant untapped equity in your rentals, you’re in a strong position to leverage your existing real estate knowledge to grow your portfolio further.The real estate market, particularly with your ability to do your own rehabs, might provide you with more immediate and scalable opportunities for wealth building, especially if you can find properties that need work and force appreciation through value-add strategies.Balancing Both:You don’t necessarily have to give up the IT business entirely.

Upstate New York will generally qualify with standard markets such as Travelers, Nationwide etc... there are a few other property programs that do very well depending on the size.

So the facts are that you will only get paid roughly equal to the market rate for this service in your area.  

I have been hearing good things about the market.