Even though interest rates are high, we have a big Mircron plant coming here as part of the CHIPS act so that could boost housing demand in the coming years.I don't know the SYR market, but I did a quick search for duplexes somewhat outside of the city, and found this: https://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/7300-Lakes....

Take your time and don't let FOMO distract you from your long term goals. 20 years from now, it won't matter whether you bought a house this year or next.

But if you put in the effort, Detroit can be incredibly rewarding.Over the last several years, the city has been on a steady upswing: population growth, major corporate investments, and increasing demand for housing are all positive indicators.

How many micro units will you have in that one house?

I wouldn't recommend a standard buy and hold rental because you'll have to pay both your HELOC and mortgage on the house. 

They work well for the houses we work in 100-500k.

Hi Anna~  I am looking to do shared housing. 

Currently situated in San Diego and can only afford rent for now because house prices in SoCal are bonkers.

Tenant initially says it’s a new roach problem that “started when I bought the house”.

If they like to rob houses, they're probably not going to become a model citizen just because they rented your house.