I'm just starting to investigate real estate investing, and as a frequent rider of NJ Transit, I'd think East Orange is a perfect place for investing. 

Move out is 6/30 and I'm hoping to have limited vacancy.A couple of comments and observations and several questions.Upon transition of the property to me, the tenants were extremely receptive to using cozy.co for online ACH payment.

"I'm not really sure of what questions to ask or what issues his living situation might raise, so I'd appreciate any insights the community can give me to understand the implications of both renting and selling in his situation"If you see this being a temporary living transition - renting may be a good transition until he can move back in.

His transition team reads like a who's who of K-Street lobbyists, conservative think tanks, and political insiders.  

This way if in the future you transition into a pure investor you will know how to manage a PM.

I was in a career transition during that time and I have missed the window for a 1031 exchange as nearly 3 months have passed.  

I am a Physical Education teacher right now, but I know I want to transition to something that will benefit our future goals.

I started building a team to do a fix and flip strategy with a transition into BRRRR.

Start with community college, it is a great entry into higher learning that can transition easily into a 4 yr program if you decide to go that route.

With recent encouragement and direction from a dear friend and successful real estate investor, and the invaluable education from the BiggerPockets community, I am ready to begin my transition to financial freedom!