I’d like to focus on SFH and Duplexes, my goal is to establish a good portfolio within SC.

You obviously want to meet with them, establish rapport, see the property, etc. 

The tenant did not establish their own utility account.

Quote from @Nathan Adams: You get your real estate license and operate under a Broker for a couple years before you can get your own Broker license and break out on your own. https://com.ohio.gov/divisions...I recommend looking for a job in a larger, more established property management company.

But you need to move beyond that and start really educating yourself on how to establish policies, learn the law like the back of your hand, create a website, and so much more.

I have already established a PM I am hoping to enlist for help.   

There are many investors looking for rental properties in Bergen County area and established investors there already. 

Establish a partnership ahead of time and put it in writing/contract 50/50 60/40 70/30...

It has to be the right partner and any relationship should be established slowly. 

If you are looking to work for a large, established development firm this makes some sense.