I’ve done everything they have asked of me in the deal genie to put a deal together and let me just tell you, THEY DONT BUY THE DEAL!

I'd avoid buying anything in Lawrence Township because the judge there does not like evicting people for non-payment of rent.  

Duplex can always add additional units via the ADU laws. 8) Related to number 1, purchasing a property with an existing ADU is cheaper than buying a property and adding an ADU.

FHA requires the work to be done in 6 months or less.In order to buy a home as your primary residence in another state, you'll have to show proof that you have a job in that state or that your employer is allowing you to work remotely.  

After hard money and buying/selling costs, I'm having a hard time getting my numbers to work 

I am looking to rent 2 properties rent to buy or rent or buy.

Just like many people ask about real estate friendly CPAs or investor friendly agents, I would be looking for experienced loan officers who also "buy what they sell". 

But you can buy or build A class and let it deteriorate to eventually become a D.

Whoever handles your closing should be able to set it up.I had one seller rent from me for 2 months after we closed because she needed the money from the sale of the home to buy her new property and places were selling fast.

Investment Info:Small multi-family (2-4 units) buy & hold investment.