It is also possible to find properties at the amounts you are seeking depending on the specific area in South Jersey you are looking to invest.I have had clients find success using the strategy you describe. 

Seek legal advice to make sure you are not in the wrong.

.- Get active on the forums and start attending local meetups (or start one!)

Hello everybody,I am looking to start investing in the near future in Buffalo, New York. I am looking for duplexes in the 100-200k range in a good neighborhood that will produce an abundant pool of responsible, trustw...

The landlord has a duty to mitigate the risk and actively seek a new tenant.

Do any of you have any other areas you are interested in, or actively buying in?

You must be an active participant in the asset management of the property. 

@Marielle Walter I’m not sure how apprised some of the people on this forum are but as a RE professional and active investor, I find what your goals are to be quite achievable.

I am new to actively using the forums but would like to see who is out there and if there are any active groups or REIA's within the area.

I am seeking advise on a good online tenant rent collection company please.I currently use Clearnow which charges $14.95 for the first tenant and $2 for every tenant after that.