Scott The Book on Flipping Houses,The Book on Estimating ReHab Costshttp://www.biggerpockets.com/flippingbookLocate and attend 3 different local REIA club meetings great place to meet people gather resources and info.You might consider Niche or Specialized Housing like student housing.

Here you will meet investor friendly brokers and agents.You might consider Niche or Specialized Housing like student housing.

Scott The Book on Flipping Houses,The Book on Estimating ReHab Costshttp://www.biggerpockets.com/flippingbookYou might consider Niche or Specialized Housing like student housing.

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Scott The Book on Flipping Houses,The Book on Estimating ReHab Costshttp://www.biggerpockets.com/flippingbookConsider checking out HUD homes for small multi's owner occupied gets first crack.You might consider Niche or Specialized Housing like student housing.

Does anyone (a lawyer would be a plus) who is familiar with NJ know what, if any, special licenses or certifications might be required by the state/municipalities to run an LLC that buys and sells real estate.

No special entity.

You might consider Niche or Specialized Housing like student housing.

If you can find one who specializes in a specific area, they always have their finger on the pulse of the neighborhood and come across deals that don't get posted.Good luckLarry

I have had an interest in RE for around 10 years, but like so many, have never taken the plunge.While I have around 17 years in commercial construction, specializing in HVAC duct systems, I have always enjoyed residential renovation as a whole, though my experience with it is limited.