I know this is a differing topic on the forums, and online in general, but having the legal background/education and knowing estate planning concepts you'll realize it shouldn't be.  

It's a free education. 

the good news is that you're in the middle of a "masters" level education at this point.

And in regards to getting educated on the the laws, I assume the best route is to link of with an attorney who has experience with these types of transactions?

It's good you're seeking advice and educating yourself!

However, educate yourself on how to lend correctly or partner with a full time private lending company to limit your risk.  

Conversely, if new houses are being built frequently, older properties may struggle to maintain their value.Property taxes also play a significant role.

Also if any NJ agents that are familiar with using these and transitioning out of them can reach out for some advice and education that would be great seeing that I will need an investor Friendly agent over here to help guide me through everything.

Posting this duplex that I found here in the heart of Eastern Michigan, I've been frequently trying to run numbers on duplexes and investment property listings as an up and coming agent and investor to try and gain whether a deal is good or bad.

I've obsessively been listening to every podcast episode I can, reading all the books, and signing up for any and every workshop and educational seminar.