Your goal is to build a passive real estate portfolio (we can discuss what passive means to you), so while I don't condone throwing $100k into a deal without even a basic understanding, alternatively doing so will teach you far more lessons than reading a book will.  

Because I did everything wrong, started with basically nothing and STILL achieved financial freedom, I know for a fact that anyone can do what I did. 

The city has changed Section 8 requirements multiple times lately.  

OP, keep in mind not having access to heating and sharing same water heater and etc will require an easygoing tenant in the nextgen.

Selling below FMV treats the difference as a gift, requiring a gift tax return (if exceeding $19,000 in 2025).

Zoning Ordinance ExceptionsSome properties in the target zone don’t meet the minimum lot area or width size requirements under the zoning ordinance, yet houses exist on smaller-sized neighbor lots.How could these properties get approval for development?

This requires a dedicated effort sourcing and analyzing hundreds of deals to find the one or two worth pursuing.  

It’s likely the GC will subcontract the concrete work to a specialist while they focus on managing the permitting process and ensuring everything is done to code—especially if there are ADA requirements involved for the ramp.Let me know if you need help navigating the process or any tips for working with contractors.

Personally I will not be happy with a basic refridgerator in my rental. 

Social security number is definitely not required for non-payment for eviction in NJ.