I think Bayonne has great potential for the future as wellWeehawken- More tight inventory, high taxes and slightly over valued prices dont let that stop you from looking though, your budget is healthy that will help, just make sure you find places where you can add value to the property.

They have a fireplace and free keurig coffee and greet and smile when you come in.

The tree is very old and healthy, but its roots are MASSIVE and are growing near / under the foundation of the house (monolithic slab).

Often used by buyers when they are feeling under pressure, they throw up an insurmountable objection to take the heat off.The way a capable salesperson handles a smokescreen objection is to smile, nod and to ignore it. 

My wife and I had good income and healthy savings and after doing the math we figured there was no way to lose in that climate. 

These have come with healthy rental increases which means they turn into cash cows since I bought them at lower valuations.

So..... have fun.... smile often .... be sincere and honest and make full disclosures and you will do well in this businessCharlie

My regular work day starts with a smile on my face because of you and I even told my 6 year old a “knock knock” joke today from one of the episodes and put a smile on his face :) so thank you BP for starting such a community.

Additional in the end you will own properties in 30 years that did not cost you a dime while making a healthy income along the away.

In my mind, it only makes sense that the Fed is going to feel better and better about letting interest rates rise as job health is restored.I know many think that interest rates will rise based solely on the fact of the government printing money; however, that theory has been getting tossed around since the housing crash, and there has been very little inflation.