No flags, signs, stickers, etc. can be displayed where it is visible to the public or neighboring properties.

PM me if you don't want to post their details publicly. 

Congratulations for taking action, and having the bravery to exhibit that action in public display."

I'm going to talk to a FSBO that is in major distress tomorrow and plan on asking very similar questions after looking up what public records show me (here in AZ) to verify or see how forth coming with information that the seller can be.

., no bank loans. that way, you can claim the income without public knowledge of the debt. or you would need to find properties that increase your income without a huge increase in the debt amount. thats hard to do. crunch the numbers on every deal. if it does not fit your financial need, don't buy it. its pretty much that simple. 

Now equities are much more volatile in terms of business prospects and perception but even in real estate this strategy would seem to cut off your gains while still giving you the risks of ownership.

In NJ, is there any way to publicly view the certificate of occupancy?

I know it's public records, but I need help finding it online.

While those that have, have been very publicized, very few cities have taken real action towards regulating Airbnb rentals.

So the property may have been or could be held by a trust, or in a LLC,  look up the property tax ID it will say whom owns it like the John Smith Trust,, Ron Smith Trustee,, or if it's in a LLC.. doesn't hurt to be nosy, and it's public record, and will give you $$ numbers of last sale of property and current valuation, tax costs ect..I'd find out as much you can by yourself and see what's up could be the guy just want's his cash out and others are in as far as they want right now.. maybe he'd self finance.. it's just as minority holder (or partial holder ) if you ever wanted out.. or what would transpire if the other holders wanted out could they force a sale..lots to think about you need more info, could be interesting