I appreciate you taking your time to send that and share your knowledge.

We are planning on staying in this home for about 5 years.

It shows that you have thought about what you're doing and have some experience of knowledge.

I'm hoping to connect with individuals (or networks) from whom I can learn and hopefully provide some value of my own.What I've got to offer:1) I'm a proactive learner - I enjoy absorbing knowledge, asking questions, and challenging basic assumptions.2) I don't take myself too seriously and actively try to avoid being an *******.3) I have found decent white-collar success; I am the VP of Analytics at a digital marketing agency.

Stay away from this guy.

I think that's going to be tough for you ... there's plenty of great deals out where you live now I would suggest becoming an expert there ... or staying in Bergen County. 

I'd also recommend; - "The Richest Man in babylon" - George S Clason  - "The intelligent Investor" - Benjamin Graham  - "The 4-Hour Work Week" - Tim Ferris  - "Stay Mad for Life: - Jim Cramer Not real estate related but they offered different perspectives in business and finances.  

It seems to me that the guidance and knowledge of realtors are invaluable especially with pursuing the first property..

Would be open to soak up as much knowledge as possible!

Over 5 units is full commercial construction, and outside of my knowledge.