If you go with option 3 then hopefully they have a specific classification for that to make it easy for you (i.e. classifying them as "residential property 2-4 units" is how I have seen some counties do it).You should still build a good relationship with a local broker/agent so that they can keep an eye out for you and could potentially bring you deals before they go to market.

I would classify it as a solid C area.

I would classify East Orange as the same as Irvington, Paterson, Newark, Trenton and Camden.

Can you explain more about how "50% of the gator fee goes to LLC to protect your personal identity (thorug holding companies)(sic) and setting up business LOC"?

The property line abutting Memorial Highway right-of-way shall be classified as the street side property line for zoning setback purposes.4.

There's a number of hoops you have to jump thru to be classified as a dealer in PA so I'm likely looking to work thru a dealer w/ a floorplan instead of working thru the CASH program.

Edgewater/East Lakewood is a hard area to classify in one short summary.

Hey @Juan Bravo, you might want to move this post over to the classifieds section as you are selling a service. :)

Just be sure to classify it appropriately on Sch E or C depending on what other services you provide your tenants. 

I would classify myself as a mildly experienced real estate investor in the DMV (DC, Maryland, Virginia).