Here are some friendly tips to help you get started in Central New Jersey:Network with Local Investors: Join real estate meetups or online groups in Central New Jersey.

Finalizing paperwork and getting keys on Friday! 

I am currently considering an applicant that looks kind of fishy, but I wonder if I'm being paranoid. 

The interest rates are definitely making it a hard market to get into.

So, I tried to help the situation by getting a contractor to go replace the floor and remodel the bathroom so that the house is nicer for her.

We use 10% of the loan as a rule of thumb.Even though we can usually fund almost 100% of a flip, there are still many unforeseen issues that will arise.We just don’t want a borrower to get in over their heads. 

Definitely get a title company/closing attorney involved. 

Hi there,I was wondering if anyone has experience with using Baselane for banking for their rental properties and thoughts on it.I will be closing on my first rental property in about a week and would like any helpful input on apps such as TenantCloud, rented, turbotenant, etc.Located in NE Ohio if that is a factor.

I have been investing here since 2017 and it has been a great place to get section 8 rents

As Justin mentioned, the advantage of immediate cash flow is why turnkey properties typically come with a premium price tag.Try to get a sense of why you are investing in real estate and what the goal of getting into it may be then decide what option is best for you.