Hello, does anybody know where to get reliable data on whether short term rentals are allowed according to the zoning map of East Orange, NJ?

Unfortunately my municipal apples may be oranges to yours, I’ve navigated major urban municipal departments which simply might not match up to your local bureaucracy, but here’s my 2 penny opinion.- I stand by a pretty universal Bldg dept practice- a permit never gets released if zoning forbids it.

I'm open to learning from all perspectives and excited to engage in a fruitful discussion that will benefit us all in our real estate endeavors.Looking forward to hearing from you all!

You are trying to compare oranges with potatoes.You will be converting an IRA that is invested in the stock market you have no control over into potentially some real estate investments.

I really want to buy my first rental property but I live in Orange County so it way out of my price range.

I would like to move to Austin (as there are many like-minded entrepreneurs there) and want to live on a ranch with 2+ acres, so I can raise goats, chickens, and have fruit and vegetable garden. 

@Melissa Nash That can't be in Orange County.

The lowest hanging fruit isn't always the best...

If you need any help in Gulf Shores or Orange Beach please let me know. 

East Memphis - 38111 -generally great, can get spotty when you go too west on the southern part of the zip code near the Orange Mound area.