Also, about seeing a property in person:  I have found local real estate agents, who are willing to go out and take photos and email to you, for a modest fee.

.: When I started I moved to where real estate was the cheapest in the country.

I spoke to them about 1.5 months ago and since then they have been non-responsive that makes them look like not the real deal and I'm wondering if they are still around and active and good?

We know how challenging it is to navigate real estate, either starting out or as an experienced investor, especially when it comes to creative finance.

Here is the BEST way to develop an understanding of the risks and rewards of redeveloping your propertyBEST - Hire a CRE - Counselor of Real Estate to do a complete market analysis.  

I am a recent college graduate who worked in finance immediately after college, but knew that real estate was the path I wanted to eventually go down.

Any of these real estate apps? 

You can also check meetup.com or search Facebook for real estate investment groups, clubs, or meetings in your area.

I've been studying different real estate strategies and would love to understand more about how the permitting process is evolving in that area.Did the realtor mention any specific changes in local ordinances, or was it more of a general observation based on market trends?

Wherever you took your broker's class you should have ample study materials.If you are talking about your real estate agent's license in NJ (that is not a broker's license), you need to take the initial class at an accredited agency and they will give you all of the materials after you finish the 75 hours for the test.