It can help build some incredible relationships and really learn some great tips from the pros!

The rent from the other units will allow your to purchase a more expensive property than you could on your own, which could help you build the value of your portfolio (and equity) faster. 

Possible to maybe build one similar to this with an add on for small business owners and REI's. https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1xYOKT2eNS588cj6_8jVv2vobAfAhCVUd/htmlview#gid=1221524195

I worked with an agent who was okay but I became an agent myself because I became so interested in the industry and want to help other people build wealth and become investors themselves.

Get on a budget, build your emergency fund, pay off all debts, save up.

Regardless of the type of lender you work with, building a trusting relationship is crucial.

The only rentals I'll consider is if I can do a build to rent.

Investing in real estate is a long term way to build wealth.

My previous renters were relocations - either had sold their home and looking to buy another (low inventory so takes a while to find a home to buy) or moving here from another city and didn't know yet what neighborhood they want to be in, or alse building a home and need a place to live until it's completed.

In Jersey City rent control only applies to older building that are 5 units or more not new construction.