alot of this I think would be determined on personal goals of yourself and family followed by goals of your future for example I bought my first house 2 years ago small little 3 bed 1 bath thought great started now i have 1 5 year old terror I already see the drama of a girl in teens sharing a bath room -_- I would give ANYTHING to go back 2 years and buy a duplex "but I cant" sooo I now have great sweat equity built into my home and will be taking a heloc out on it to do my first deal.

I don't really have anything to offer you yet, but I'll remember you when I do have something to share!!

Hi @Liz White - I'm sure you've discovered this information already, but I wanted to share it with you in case you haven't seen it (directly from the NC Real Estate Commission):"...requirements for an applicant who holds a current real estate license in another state (or U.S. territory or Canadian jurisdiction) that has been on active status within the previous three (3) years and that is equivalent to NC's provisional or "full" broker license." --- view the requirements here.

I'm starting in REI and looking to connect, and share stories.

I live in Bayonne and have seen progress towards positive change since moving here (luxury apartment complexes, ferry, Costco, Military Ocean Terminal redevelopment, bike share, park improvements).

Yes, quite a bit, and happy to share.

Thanks so much @Van Blackman @Joe Scaparra Account Closed for taking the time to reply and sharing from your knowledge.

I have a special spreadsheet that I use and cannot share so don't ask me how I got these numbers exactly, but this is how I analyze this deal.

HiFirst of all thanks for everyone - this is a great site with good people helping each other and sharing experiences.  

It's a long story, which I may share it someday, if anyone wants to hear.