I've taken a different tack to joining the real estate game by helping a close friend obtain his real estate license here in Nevada, so I can also refer anyone needing assistance in NV, especially Las Vegas, to a trusted realtor if needed.  

I've created a template and system for yellow letters. I have a list of addresses that I've gathered.  I need the names of the occupants, and am curious what would be the most accurate and cost effective way of findin...

Unless the area is zoned for multi-family, your chances of obtaining a variance from any township in NJ is slim to none.  

What helped you the most in successfully obtaining your 1st deal?

The only way I know to avoid brokering services is IF you take title then sell (double close) in which you did not market the property prior to obtaining title, or if you are a principle in the purchase transaction, i.e. the buyer is you and your money partner buyer.

Essentially, they teach you to have a mix of installment and revolving credit (i.e. a loan that has an end date vs one that stays open indefinitely) and to keep balances active, but low.

To actually market and tell everyone about your deal you'll need to Register with the SEC for a506(c) status. both are very different in How you obtain the funds.

Hi Antonio, congratulations on obtaining your license and getting into the real estate world.

That has become increasingly difficult to obtain over the years as the yield on REI has trended downward for over a decade. 

what is a reasonable time frame to give the buyer to obtain the money for the property?