Even though interest rates are high, we have a big Mircron plant coming here as part of the CHIPS act so that could boost housing demand in the coming years.I don't know the SYR market, but I did a quick search for duplexes somewhat outside of the city, and found this: https://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/7300-Lakes....

It's going to offer Strong economic growth, Appreciation (especially in DFW), Tax advantages (no state income tax), and a Growing population, including infrastructure and amenities. 

Frequent hail storms pushing insurance rates up in that market. 

PropStream was good with property, title, and tax data.

Mortgage rates and PMLs are 8-12% plus points right now so the deal has to be a low enough entry. 

(It doesn’t pay its own taxes.

@Stephen Fleming your cashflow probably won't be what you think it will be:(Have you factored in the new property taxes at homestead millage rates?

For full time management rates can range from 20-30% of gross revenue depending on the level of services provided.

What's even more frustrating than asking the IRS help desk, is asking a Turbo Tax "Tax Specialist".

Payments $492 (interest, tax, insurance) currently owe $51K.