However, I'm finding these properties don't cashflow as well as other properties might in lower property value areas, so I'm considering expanding into other communities. 

I want to make sure paying less does not end up in lower grade service, in case of need.

I am pending on a duplex that already has existing tenants in the lower level, they have been there 3 years, always paid rent, and after meeting them really seemed to be nice people that enjoy living there. 

Mainly that ifyou will be limited to the amount of….Your purchase price + closing costs (costs when you purchased the home) OR....75% of the “After Repair Value”…WHICHEVER IS THE LOWER AMOUNT (super important)

His work bid is consistently lower than the other contractors that bid the work and he includes more in his scope of work. 

@Christopher Heil Depending on your comfort level, you need to make a plan whether to continue to build up cash or if you're ready to buy and hold.

The second bath is nice, but on the lower end not common and not needed.

Our ground level unit is a 2bd 1bth with storage room and adjacent shared laundry in rear of ground floor.

A good one, to be sure, but there are others with similar returns and lower bars for entry. 

Hello ladies and gentlemen My name is Sherif, I was just wondering if there are any real estate investors around the New York, New Jersey area that wouldn’t mind me networking with them on a more than just keyboard level.