That has a few vital ingredients: knowledge, someone you REALLY trust and the loan documents. 

Both the Broker and the employing broker need to be aware of state and local laws that impact the performance of property management duties, which include, but are not limited to, laws pertaining to security deposits, habitability, carbon monoxide alarms, asbestos, lead-based paint, handling of confidential information, zoning and agency."

. #2 Build successful systems and habits NOW that you know you will follow.

[FYI- The township of Bloomfield, NJ Uniform Construction Code: 149-8 has a lengthy document on construction fees & 149-3 has more info on Certificate of Habitability (Occupancy) fees].   

It's work, it takes time and it needs to become a regular habit, but I can say without a doubt networking has helped me positively advance my real estate endeavors.  

Work on your budgeting and get in the habit now of saving aggressively. 

Finding great contractors, real estate agents, lenders, and property managers is vital to your long-term success.

Hi Brandon, Thank you for the tips, I am enjoying the vital information provided on this site and the colleagues who are in the collaborate spirit.

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If you have time consider spending 30 minutes for 30 consecutive days on Bigger Pockets.You will receive an Addict award along with a habit; as well as learning and retaining useful real estate information without struggling.Brandon Turner mentions we are considered to be the average of the 5 people we spend the most time with so connect with REIA meetings, accountability partners, and mastermind groups to engage with individuals interested in real estate investing.At the bottom of this page is a list with help in it.