Prices tend to be higher where schools are relatively better rated.

Which type of lawyer should we work with to create this operating agreement and does anybody have any good referrals for attorneys who are good with this type of work in the PA area?

If they aren't then consider working with someone else who is (I have a great referral for you if you PM me).

I’d appreciate any referrals, please.

MFH advantages:  1)  Cost per unit will tend to be lower.  2)  Can become a house hack if tenants move out or right from the start if you're lucky.  3)  Can be part of the 4-3-2-1 Lumberjack Landlord strategy.  

Quite honestly, I tend to buy new appliances from the big box stores. 

Putting up cheap paneling (and for some reason it's always DARK paneling) to cover plaster walls since these walls tend to crack easily with any nails is something I've noticed in many of the old houses around here.And yes, there are typically lots of surprises when dealing with an old house.  

You will also run into wholesaler scams, lead generation scams etc.One thing I would ask for going forward before working with any private lenders or anyone else in real estate is ask for referrals.

So your monthly payment will be higher on a similarly priced home in Nashua vs Lowell (in your example).On the flip side, the Massachusetts markets tend to do better in downturns and recession, at least if 2008 is any indication…Other than that I think markets like Lowell and Nashua have a lot in common, in the multi family space.

It's better to go without one until you get a quality referral. 4.