I have properties in the Buffalo area (a mix of long term and short term) but was looking into Syracuse also, so would be interested to hear the responses.  

Syracuse is welcoming Micron - a 100 Billion dollar investment into the area over the next 20 years.

Hi, does anyone recommend an investor friendly attorney in Central New York (Rochester, Syracuse, Utica, Watertown)? 

Hi, does anyone have recommendations on investor friendly closing attorneys in Rochester, Syracuse, or Utica (or other area of Central New York)?

Quote from @Mike Sfera: anybody have opinion on Syracuse/Rochester? 

I'm a part-time CFO (Chief Financial Officer) for real estate developers across the country, most of whom are trying to give back to their communities through their real estate development skills.I'm also a former Director of Lending for a CDFI that lent money to local developers rebuilding LMI and under invested communities. 

I am referring to Kansas City MO or Chiefs Kingdom.

Heck, you can go to Buffalo, Rochester, or Syracuse and buy 4-5 fixer uppers with 250k. 

My chief complaint is the lack of communication and an actual project management plan... thats good news I know some lenders get pretty concerned when construction is so slow.. but sounds like a great deal and I know RTR will be there every step for you guys.. did not realize they were the conduit for this transaction.

Albany, Syracuse, Utica, OH, PA, etc.) for cashflow.The challenge in these markets is that demand is through the roof, and many properties either sell at the asking price or above the asking price (Suffolk's sale price average was 1.5% ABOVE the asking price).If I were in your shoes, I'd explore local and remote multi-family options before considering the mid-term rental route.All the best!