He’s constantly handing out free advice, wrote the book on 1031’s and handled mine last year. 

Our STR/MTR portfolio typically sees around 80% occupancy, and I’ve noticed that the online travel booking sites often push properties with consistently great guest experiences.

NJ is very blue, liberal, tenant friendly state.

Durability is so important—nothing more stressful than scrambling to replace a piece of furniture between bookings!

I have listened to plenty of podcasts and ready a number of books, but only a few mention purchasing yours first rental with a HELOC.

All that garbage made to sell books or guru programs is just that, BS marketing slogans. 

Go on Amazon and search "The Rockstar Real Estate Agent Roadmap" book. :) It doesn't talk or teach about making millions as an agent but helps you understand what a career typically looks like and things to consider before jumping in.

My dream is to achieve financial freedom through multifamily rental properties and live life on my own terms.Recently, I have been reading one book after another, trying to absorb as much information as possible, and am extremely thankful to finally find this amazing community.

I second the proposal to get @Brian Burke's book The Hands-Off Investor.

Time to get serious with the books.