NOI: Net Operating Income.

I plan to continue to add rental units and make real estate investing my full time gig. 

Im a general contractor by day, and an operating engineer at night in Staten Island, NY.

And then, a jury trial date is set in another three weeks (not sure why it was being granted as we have all the evidence to prove that the tenants have not been paying rent)Our lawyer advised us new fees for the jury trial... we have already paid for 2 trials, a sheriff eviction.... but I cannot see the end of it (since it seems like it automatically granted the tenant's right to drag the case and continue to live in our house for free ..) not sure how much more are we going to pay for the eviction legal fees and how long it's going to take...

If you are unable to act quickly, you will continue to miss out.I think in your price range, you'll have the most luck (or inventory) in Bloomfield.  

You are part of a supportive, knowledgeable community of like-minded investors and we are excited to have you join us.We are all in this journey together – and I look forward to seeing you on the forums as we all continue to help each other grow.Happy investing!

My plan is to refinance in 2-3 years and get at least $200K to continue investing.

Is there a website or a resource that provides operating cost and rental income for multi family homes to help an out of state investor decide if this is a good area, and if the props are worth taking a deeper look at?

So I use those same metrics in my calculations anyway.I don't know what I would do in your market, but in mine it would be simple: 50% of the year STR operations, and 50% college rental with parents co-signing on the lease.

Coming out of college I understand 100% that it is extremely difficult to fund and operate an entire deal yourself for a variety of reasons.