I have told them I can't do anything until I can exercise the options.The market is somewhat cooling off and that may effect my decision on keeping or flipping the properties.I have done several 1031's with @Dave Foster and he's the best at this process.I am managing more properties than I want to already and would need to cut back on some if I plan to pick up any of the three properties ( they will need some cosmetic work for sure).The first position notes are one's I hold.

This seems to effectively mean that if you do not accept section 8 you could be prosecuted for discrimination.

They keep saying if we can get you at an effective rate of 15-20 % , that’s good .

Easiest solution may be to just install an additional layer of soundblocking drywall on the existing 1st floor ceiling, but don't know how effective it will be

I am under contract for my first investment property, a house hack with a private main floor bedroom suite.

This is a little scary as we know what kind of effect mass foreclosure can have on the industry. 

I’m hoping to see if there are members who have invested in those areas and which towns may be best suited for those types of homes. 

If not, the state can take years to settle.However, whether the property is in a trust has no effect on you as a buyer.

There's a thread in the last week,,, "I closed but the seller won't move out.." or to that effect.   

In NJ effective 2020:  "Governor Murphy's executive order waives provisions of statutory law that prohibit the use of security deposits for rental payments, enabling tenants to instruct landlords to use their security deposits to offset rent or back rent."