Personally off the cuff, probably invest in local new construction and BRR (build, rent, refinance) those to hold long term. 

I have spoke with some local agents in my area and I agree not all feel this way, but I've gotten advice on to not let agents know your a wholesaler as well?

Be sure to fully disclose your role in the transaction, and consulting a local real estate attorney is highly recommended to avoid any compliance issues.

I'm also on the board of CFRI, the local chapter of the National REIA so that might be a good resource for you to check out too. 

Connect with local investors through real estate investment groups, attending housing fairs, and speaking with property managers familiar with the LSU rental market.Good luck!

That's where you'll really find your "tribe".Happy hunting, would love to hear more about the local market dynamics you are serving.

Next is to start building a strong network of local contractors, property managers, agents, lenders, and attorneys—they’re key to keeping things moving smoothly.

We completed the work 2 weeks before our baby was born so we took a 4 week hiatus to rest and have the baby.Then I dove into the design, planning, and permitting for the basement.I visited the local Permit office in Alexandria and basically said, "Hi, I'm a new homeowner and I'm an idiot when it comes to permitting.

bpclark0911,check with your local agency to see what the requirements for subdividing the property are.

There are a lot of local real estate investor meetups in Northern NJ that you can find in the events forum here and on other sites.