And make sure that all items necessary for you to get the best rate possible from your carrier (like 4 point inspections, roof attachment points, pool enclosures etc) are present or available.One nasty little factor that can't be helped is that every time you buy a property for more than than last owner paid - you will have a tax bump due to re-assessment. 

The wife and I have been looking to get into rentals for some time now, section 8, to be specific.

You can set up templates to save time and customize them to match your brand.

I am closing on a multi-family (3-4 units) buy & hold investment in East Boston.Purchase price: $969,000Down Payment/ Closing Costs: $113,000I am in the process of buying my first property, using a 2 for 1 buydown, which is in a non flood zone in East Boston.

I've not done that remotely, but it could be done.I have a handyman that gets used appliances all the time and installs them in my rental houses when needed.It would take some trust or coordination on your part but could save you some substantial money.I'm sure you could find someone on the next door app that was handy and had a truck to go pickup stuff.

Hey would anybody be able to lead me to a mortgage officer in New York City I am looking to obtain my first fha home

For example, if you're offering a 10% annual return, show them how that breaks down over time.

However, finding a mentor or a partner with experience could be a great first step to help guide you through your first deal and identify the right market for you. 

Charming Little 3/1 - We are remodeling all inside and out including new roofing, this is our first project out of state, it will be a BRRRR, hopefully first of many to come.

Our city has changed a lot in that time, especially in terms of population growth.