This was a long term tenant who I like and respect, it was fun to show her my trust and support. 

Try Hometown Savings, Webster 5, Rockland Trust.  

Right now you end up with most posts in the top-level forums, even though the question often requires (after much digging into the details) unique local knowledge to answer it.

The hard parts are setting up the relationships and trust in that team necessary to be able to execute on the plan, and making sure that the deals still pencil with all of the people involved. 

We have generally 12 meetings each month in various areas of NJ and they are for all levels of real estate investors - newbie's to seasoned. 

I often listen to Joe Fairless and almost done with his Best Real Estate Advice Ever book, highly recommend it to all level investors.This week I should be visiting the O State to view homes near the Plaza District.

Trust me

I would say learn all you can and know yourself to your risk level.

You need to understand the deeper, emotional component beyond their surface-level goals.2.The power of referralsCurrent investors referring you to their network is a great statement about you and puts you well ahead.

I figure out where I want the bottom of the cabinet to be, then I screw a 2X4 into the studs (using a level so they're straight) so the top of the board is at the same spot I want the bottom of the cabinets.