The New Jersey Real Estate Investor

10 - Investing in Irvington, NJ and building a portfolio through Auctions, Wholesaling and Short Sales

In this episode Pete interviews Sam Cherilus, a very successful real estate investor who focuses heavily on the real estate market in Irvington. Sam shares how he got started in real estate investing (including getting fired from his job) and how he scaled to 30+ units through wholesaling, buying at auctions, doing short sales and more. We also talk about the different neighborhoods of Irvington and where there are investing opportunities. Don't miss this one!

9 - How a South Jersey Investor Leveraged Time to Grow From 1 Door to 80

In this episode we have Cory Jacobson, a young and successful REI who got his start in South Jersey, buying 1 and 2 families in Camden County & Burlington County towns with a partner. Cory  eventually expanded to out of state investing by leveraging his time and having the right mindset to do it. The podcast covers so many different topics between philosophy, real estate tax advantages and micro markets in New Jersey. This one is a must listen. We could have had Cory on here for 2 hours. 

8 - How Illegal Immigration Is Affecting Housing

In this episode Pete and Andrew touch on a controversial topic, illegal immigration and how it's affecting the housing market in construction, rentals and sales. We touch on what we have seen from a boots on the ground perspective and how we think Trump's latest policies have impacted housing in NJ both from a rental perspective and sales perspective. Check it out!

7 - How to Calculate if a Buy and Hold Rental Works

In this episode Pete helps you learn how to evaluate a buy and hold rental both for cash flow and for appreciation. This will help you figure out what is more important to you and will make you a better real estate investor.

6 - So You Want to Own Student Rentals?

We have managed nearly 4,000 students over the past decade. If there is anyone who can teach you about the student rental business, its us. I hope you enjoy this episode as much as we did. 

5 - How to buy your first rental property

You will get a great blueprint on how to buy your first rental property in this episode. Take out your notebook and sharpen your pencil. This one is packed with good information for newbie investors!

4 - Leasing in 2025: Tips, trends, market conditions and more!

In this episode Pete interviews Alexa Lendensky, senior property manager at Tverdov, who has several years of leasing experience. They talk through how to rent out your unit in 2025 and Pete also gives his early view on how the rental market is in 2025. 

3 - The story behind the growth of Tverdov Housing

In this episode Andrew interviews Pete and asks him to walk everyone through the genesis of becoming a real estate investors and the growth of Tverdov Housing to what it is today. 

2- All about the NJ DCA or "Green Card" Inspection

In this episode Pete and Andrew cover the NJ DCA inspection, otherwise known as the green card inspection. We cover the process, how to pass and things to look for and prepare for. If you own more than 3 units in NJ you need to listen to this one!

1- Why single family homes are not rental properties

In this episode Pete and Andrew discuss why single family homes are not good rental properties and Pete gives his take on how restricting the use of single family rentals could potentially help the housing crisis in the US.