I've only read about it, but never really investigated it since I don't see it possible for me.What about private lending? 

Assessments in NJ are not done on sale, unless it's a new build or a complete renovation where the permits tip them to reassess, so every three years or so they reassess all of the properties and taxes go up most of the time.

One tip is too is reaching out to some people in your market place that are doing flips and see if they can send you their spreadsheet they are using.

Any tips for someone weighing those options?

Any tips on how to maximize my time on this platform are greatly appreciated! 

Class D is mostly rentals (another tip to look at owner occupied stats and/or if the neighborhood is identified for revitalization), the tenants are outside smoking, they are talking to neighbors and solicitors, it is a completely different vibe that is pretty noticeable just driving through.

A tip would be knowing The number of doors you qualify for from a lender, And then looking at financial statements from places a little smaller and a little bigger.

@Allison ParkTwo pro tips to share.1.

I am very excited and nervous to start my investing journey and wanted to come onto the forums to ask for any tips or guidance before I jump in. 

From my own personal experience and from others I think most reach the "tipping point" from self managing to using a PM somewhere between 5-15  units, especially if you have a W2 and want to continue to scale.