I have decided to exist the NYS market due to the regulations.

I then recently moved into doing flips, JVing with other investors, and I’m ready to start flipping independently since I have gotten experience.I’m a big fan of the more local the better, given, they will know the smaller markets as well as the big in my city; however, I am open to lending opportunities farther out. 

Fundamentally, you want access to industry & schools.

The market value is around $220k.

Going to real estate networking events is a great way to see what works in your market.

Max price point would be around $350k but the lower the better.Any other emerging markets / cities in the US that would be good to get into?

They will only discount so much and your reputation in that market will take a hit if you really cannot pay your contractor.  

Keep in mind that if you burn all of your equity in your home and the market where your home is goes down, you own something that is now a net negative if you sell.

Found a buildable lot in a gated resort community  seller is just wanting to get rid of after 13 years (seller is older and not using amenities any longer)   Lots are cheap, couple grand   Seller only used it for owners rights to play golf, pools, tennis etcWould cost me closing costs, $50 month hoa, $50 year taxesIs there a market for something like this? 

The best strategy I see for it is as a Luxury STR, I’m just not sure the market supports this.