As a new investor I am constantly educating myself and learning by example from anybody I can. 

Take a look at Scott Meyers program for some good education.

Make sure to review the NJ truth in renting document and educate yourself on the laws.  

One question that I have as I find myself listening to a great 5 year old podcast for education purposes is "have things changed significantly over the last 5 years" to make this research obsolete?  

As long as it's utilized correctly, under leveraged, and viable from a financially defensive position, you can create tremendous growth - faster than you otherwise would have. 

If can not find all the expense then do educated guess base on the condition of each comp. 

@Kerven Jean if the property is going theough the foreclosure process, you can use that as leverage as well as the home owner potentially having to file a BK as a result to get them to negotiate.

You'll start getting the returns you're looking for...some money, education, and experience with less risk.

I’m interested in getting some advice on education and who to go through.

@Alex Penalva|  The education aspect is so important Alex.