This appears to be another article designed to capture eyeballs by creating controversy. 

Well, this article says otherwise. 

If there is a good post or article regarding this topic, I'd be happy to read it.

My question is that due to numerous unfortunate circumstances, two properties that my partner and I purchased (through a program) were underscoped, and we cannot move forward financially.

I can find numerous other similar homes for investors.

In New Jersey, there are numerous brokerages to chose from, and I highly suggest you do a google search and look into 100% virtual real estate brokerages in New Jersey. 

If the bank will call their note if you commit to the transfer you can also check out this article as one strategy that has been used to work around the issue.This is not legal advice, just my opinion as a real estate investor.

I faced numerous hurdles and stressful moments, but I persevered and built a successful approach.To tackle this challenge, I recommend starting early by building relationships and seeking investors.

My core investing philosophy is pretty simple, and has done very well across almost two decades and numerous cities:1) Invest in cities with population (and job) growth2) Invest in parts of the city where household income is near the median (or slightly below)3) Invest in properties that provide cash flow from day 1 Thank you for sharing that. 

There are numerous reasons why they usually do not make good rent properties.