Gives me good picture of more desirable neighborhoods.Any particular focus you have Renting?

It allows you to search sold units by time which is extremely helpful.

Title search a must and you will want to look at sellers credit report to learn if he/she has an judgement pending or have child support to pay. 

Hello, I have been searching the forums & tips here, great site!

I haven’t done it myself, but from what I have heard of you have a desirable area and can cater specifically to the needs of your ideal tenants, you can get a much better ROI on a short-term rental.

Make sure it isn't in a flood plain or flood way.Do your research to make sure there is value to and end buyer.Also do a title search before you buy it to make sure there are no issues that you can't easily clear up.

You can search members locally by using the BP member search tool.

There are several options to finding a local CPA.1) Use the biggerpockets search function to see if someone already is in search of a CPA in New York City.

They know my expectations (based on me sending them properties/feedback) and I use their feedback to improve my search.

No reason to use new in a rental.All the time in the world to search for good units when considering upgrading occupied existing units.