I am working on the next batch.

Do your research on people off of the site - on LinkedIn, Instagram.

Quote from @Raymond Whitley: Not sure if Goosehead is in your area, but a broker like someone at this company can really help you in challenge times for insurance like this current market with so many carriers dropping out completely or raising rates on everyone. 

Chipping paint on exterior is going to be be your downfall.

Quote from @Alex Zweydoff: For those interested, i recently updated the blog on our website with new relevant information regarding the law.

Land doesn’t depreciate, and while buildings require maintenance, they usually gain value as markets grow, demand increases, and inflation takes its toll.Real estate investors benefit from a significant tax write-off based on the concept that properties lose value over time, even as their market value skyrockets.

For someone staying out, what are your thoughts on paid coaching?

If you both are on the title (you/husband + friends' LLC) you'll both have to agree about whatever disposition.

The main issue with rental basement is water if it has water issue usually it is a simple fix .Clean gutters ,discharge gutter  water away 10" away from foundation, make sure you foundation soil is slopped away from it .If you need to buy soil get a clay mix .Cut back any tree too close to the foundation look at the drip line that's how far the limbs are out from the tree .If all that is done still has water buy a sump pump  carry the water to day light away from foundation 10" to 15" .

I don't know New Jersey law, but based on your first sentence in your post it sounds like you need to send the check by certified mail, not Zelle.