I can't tell you to do one thing or another because this is based on YOU.

We have tried a dozen and ended up with our own custom built Podio platforms. 

The JWB team is very easy to work with, diligent, explain the whole process and always follow up on questions you may have. 

Quote from @Jackson Ebersole: Hi Piper,It's always smart to flip properties in-state, and I'd like to share some updated insights on why this approach is beneficial, especially in the New Jersey area.Lenders typically feel more comfortable with in-state flips because:You can manage the rehab more easilyYou have better knowledge of local real estate trends and valuesYou can respond quickly to issues or make decisions fasterThere's a lower risk of fraud or being taken advantage of by distant partnersI can help you with recommendations for the New Jersey market:North Bergen: Continues to show strong potential, with average profits now around $150,000 per flip and a gross ROI of 85%.Willingboro: While specific flip numbers aren't available, the market remains active with a gross ROI now averaging around 130%.Gloucester City: Still a top performer, with gross ROI hovering around 180-190%, though still on smaller profit margins.Irvington: Home values have continued to rise, with a 20% increase over the past two years.East Orange: Has seen steady growth, with home values up by about 16% since 2022.Paterson: Experienced a 14% increase in home values over the last two years.Additionally, Jersey City and Newark have emerged as promising markets for flips, with strong appreciation rates and growing demand.

Here's why (coming up on the November ballot for CA)--> "Justice for Renters Act" I'm a fan of Section 8 and have couple section 8 rentals. 

The freedom number will be set at $6k passive income per month.FINANCIALS We are working on bringing our credit up, it is currently sitting at 675 and rising.

It was a hard lesson that nearly cost us a $25,000 deal, countless hours of effort, and more sleepless nights than I’d care to admit.We had a prime deal lined up, with a buyer who was eager to move forward.

It will look attractive based off the numbers but its hard to believe unless you see these neighborhoods.

Get as much understanding and disclosure as possible on the closing fees and escrows that will show up on the settlement statement - including stuff like prepaid interest ("stub interest"), tand and insurance escrow holdbacks, etc - biggest pitfalls we've seen are people not 1000% clear and aware of these things then getting very negatively surprised at the day of signing 

Start with a W2 and build up some reserves.