Could you find a better investment on the mainland?

The property is collateral for your investment.

If you are investing consistently, you will know what your market charges for the work needed. 

If you have an LLC, I would even suggest putting your investment property under your LLC.

I have not been keeping up with what areas are gentrifying or on the verge of gentrifying but if I was to invest in NYC the first areas I would like at were the locations that are either right on the verge or are changing. 

Looking for more recent updates on the Lawton area for rental investments.  

He is living in their family investment home but she's selling it and she's looking for somewhere for him to go.

The other good news is you ca use the rents of the other units as income to qualify so you can essentially qualify for a higher home price.That sets up your next investment property as you move out its now a 2-4 unit with multiple doors bringing in more income. 

That is a lot to ask if your client also cares about the location.

My passion lies in real estate investment, and I am currently working on becoming a successful real estate investor in the Halifax/HRM area.Growing up, I was fortunate enough to learn the ins and outs of the real estate industry from my father, who owned and managed 65 units.