@Cameron Porter helpful tip - this post will get removed by a Moderator as ads are supposed to be under the Classifieds forum:)

Be patient and last tip is to keep your active income as long as you can and try to continue to increase that active income every year as that will help you grow your rental portfolio much faster and live below your means. 

I wish I could take you out for a coffee/margarita and talk about your journey and pick up some tips but that may be a bit of a drive for either of us.

Here are some friendly tips to help you get started in Central New Jersey:Network with Local Investors: Join real estate meetups or online groups in Central New Jersey.

Any other tips on this situation would be appreciated as well. 

I know here in PDX Multi is starting to tip over in some areas..  

Possibly looking for a mentor or just some tips.

Put your top 3, bottom 3, and any questions or tips for others below

I've heard about how helpful the forums are and wanted to try posting my situation on here for some tips and guidance.I'm just starting my investing journey and my friend informed me of a house in my area that is about to go to Foreclosure. 

I’m listening to the podcast and doing research analysis of houses and other stuff has, if anyone has tips or anything that I should do or like what I should plan, I’m open to learn