All Forum Posts by: Joseph Gordon

I also need one with the same ask.

Hey @Nyle Emerson

I am in a similar boat as you. I recently moved to Newark (still paying rent, but cheaper than Brooklyn) to find a place here or in East Orange. Analysis Paralysis is REAL especially in real estate (especially if you like/ work with data and figures). I think to overcome that is to start jumping in. Getting a realtor, seeing houses, going to open houses, and networking. You can still analyze the deals, but you will also start to learn about your own preferences (For example, after a few months of searching, I know a backyard and driveway are important for me. Didn't realize that before). Although I am "technically" in the same spot I was a few months ago, I can say I have networked with more folks, raises for capital/ cleaned up my credit score, and narrowed down my preferences and strategies.

In terms of the downpayment programs, I think they are amazing, but I realized a lot of them restricted me (due to my income level) than helped. There are a few restrictions (from how long you MUST live there to where you can buy) that I didn't like, and with the rates how they are, I probably won't use them. I would just do the math with and without them. Free money is great money, but it may not align with your goal/ strategy.

Would love to hear more about this. I am currently looking in Newark, but the market is moving fast. There is cash flow. Also looking into Philly and Paterson.

Thank you for the warm Welcome! I am currently work with two really reliable and patient realtors. I can give you their contact if you DM me. My goal is to get this Multifamily to house hack and then from there... either a FLIP or a BRRRR. I am looking at Newark/ East Orange/ Irvington. What about you?

Hey Everyone! I am new to Newark (originally from NYC) and have been getting used to the area. I am a first-time investor (offer is currently being looked at, but the market is hot!), but would love to meet up, learn, strategize about next moves, and just create that local community. Although I am merely trying to invest, I do want to actively give back to this community as well since I have been thinking a lot about Generation Wealth. I see that the Mayor is having a virtual townhall this week about city-owned property this Thursday (Auction is the 27th).

Hi Does this still happen or moved virtually?

@Sean Toomey

Thanks! Your point on our options in Ny and with taxes are exactly what I am seeing. I will definitely be looking out of state and would love to connect!

@Craig Curelop Thank you! I’m excited to learn something new! Will check all these out!!