its cheap  compared to what you get I found a strict foreclosure in Oregon that their site was on the only one tracking it and we made over 300k on that one deal. 

Hey Robyn,In NYC, there's no strict requirement to have a bathtub in residential units.

I then called the customer and told them their agent needs an education , of course the deck isnt up to todays code , code changes every year . 

I use strict / flexible cancellation policy.

Yes, our lending partners have sent us a list of zip codes that are affected/been put on hold.

@Roy Kinzer Rent control in NJ can be a tough pill to swallow and unfortunately has caused many of my deals to fall apart quickly once buyers/future landlords realize how strict the controls can be.

Google sends a postcard out with a code on it to verify. 

Budget carefully, prioritize high-ROI renovations, and adhere to strict timelines to maximize profitability.

Another huge thing to consider is laws and regulations, many times new investors will jump at Hudson county thinking the proximity to NYC is great for renting (which it is) but many of the municipalities in Hudson county have very strict landlord laws. 

Quote from @Reed Rickenbach: John - as long as you are still following strict screening criteria I agree for single family.