Regardless, it sounds like the area is more of a cash flow play than a cash flow + appreciation.

Also, living through the reno can test your patience—keep your endgame (tax-free gain + equity) in mind!

If you'll be in North Jersey this summer please feel free to reach out and tag along on house hacking property tours. 

After depreciation you probably got that return almost 100% tax free.

I found a few local mentors who helped me get started (free of charge, just bought them coffee/lunch when I needed advice), and then found a mastermind.

Currently they have 1 person for on site management if anything happens with free rent.I would not pay the premium price.

If you’re interested in sharing wisdom, exploring opportunities, or just connecting over growth and strategy, feel free to reach out.

They normally will give out free drinks at these events so it's a win-win!

It's a free country, you can run your business how you see fit:)That doesn't really work for self-managing property owners or what investors want from the PMCs they hire.So, yes we find solid contractors at Home Depots on Saturday mornings.When's the last time you've been at a Home Depot during that time period?

Most leases are for 6 months only and they do run promotions like first month free rent.- I got used washer/dryer from them.