Evan,You are going to want to check out SONYMA and Home First for NY.

Since then, I’ve had a nightmare of items pop up Mortgage payment: 1,495 to 1,950 (home was valued at 100,000 on the county auditor to then moved to 210,000, the price I bought it)Loan: I have a 320 dollar loan payment that finishes up by next year for a tub and shower replacementWater: When I first bought the property, the bill was 250-300.

The struggle comes when you plan to sell, pay close attention to how the bank would treat the loan in the event you would sell.Even though its a bit more work, banks are typically open to these loans as it provides them with additional collateral in the event of default.  

The home was clean and in great condition.

Quote from @Zalman Schurder: Hey guys,I am closing on my first fix and flip in Tamarac Florida.I am renovating the entire home, adding a full bath, new floors, a new kitchen etc.Where can I find ideas for current designs, colors, flooring, paint, and kitchen layout.Any general advice of what to do or steer clear of?

To OP, it's not as scary as you think it is, this will be your first home purchase, you can purchase a multi family or SFR and house hack.

Typically, most cities allow for 30 day minimum rentals.

Blankets and quilts people might dry but not wash in your machine (take them somewhere and think they are dry and have to throw them in again when they get home). 

Welcome @Andrae S WigginsThere are REI opportunities in different markets - markets in the Midwest and Southeast of the country are great - where not only are the purchase prices reasonable for most RE investors, but the homes are turnkey (new builds or completely rehabbed homes, tenant ready, systems 10 years of life remaining on them, property management teams in place) with appreciating home value AND appreciating rent. 

Quote from @Luisa Morejon: Hi everyone,My husband and I will be downsizing from our primary home into a townhome that we own as an investment property currently.