Jackson, NJ · Member since 2017 · 167 posts · 48 votes
Are there any NJ investors that know if I buy a house, can I rent it out regardless of the neighborhood? Or does it need to be in zoned for renting? Or is it town specific?
Real Estate Agent · Virginia Beach, VA · Member since 2012 · 2k+ posts · 1k+ votes
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Don't know NJ, but every state I've invested in, there are always different rules in different neighborhoods, especially HOAs and Condo communities, and also many cities impose certain registration requirements and/or inspections either city-wide or specific rental districts, so do your homework on any individual property. I always personally call the HOA or condo management and ask specifically about rental restrictions, pet restrictions, etc., even if the home is currently rented as some may allow rentals but have wait-lists after transfer of property or the current owner may be renting without proper registration or permission. I also research the city website to determine rental inspection and registration requirements and call the specific department to ask them how long the inspection process currently takes and if it can be rented before the inspection occurs if they are months out for scheduling them.
Rockledge, FL · Member since 2016 · 493 posts · 427 votes
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John,
AFAIK, you can rent any home anywhere in NJ. Air BnB (overnight) lodging may be restricted, and condos by the homeowners association may also be restricted. Standard rent your house for 6 months or more isn't that I know of.
Real Estate Agent · Virginia Beach, VA · Member since 2012 · 2k+ posts · 1k+ votes
8y
Don't know NJ, but every state I've invested in, there are always different rules in different neighborhoods, especially HOAs and Condo communities, and also many cities impose certain registration requirements and/or inspections either city-wide or specific rental districts, so do your homework on any individual property. I always personally call the HOA or condo management and ask specifically about rental restrictions, pet restrictions, etc., even if the home is currently rented as some may allow rentals but have wait-lists after transfer of property or the current owner may be renting without proper registration or permission. I also research the city website to determine rental inspection and registration requirements and call the specific department to ask them how long the inspection process currently takes and if it can be rented before the inspection occurs if they are months out for scheduling them.
Rental Property Investor · Philadelphia, PA · Member since 2016 · 191 posts · 165 votes
8y
I am in PA as well. I had to get a business license and a rental license with a rental inspection done before I could rent out my property. I think it's safe to assume virtually any home you want to rent out needs a rental license from the township/county/city. Without a legitimate license, my understanding is that you will have a difficult time getting through adverse situations as a landlord such as evictions/ejectment because you are essentially running an unlawful operation. Renting out a property has little to do with zoning rules "AFAIK."