The New Jersey Real Estate Investor

In this episode I had on Mike Martinetti, a complete realtor machine whose team sells nearly 1 house per day on average. Mike is the top agent in Union, NJ and arguably the top agent in Elizabeth, Roselle and Roselle Park as well. He discussed investing in those sub markets with me, as well as new construction and operating a real estate team. 

In this episode Pete brings on one of his partners, John Park and they break down a 52 unit A class apartment building in Franklin Lakes, NJ. Franklin Lakes is one of the wealthiest towns in NJ and this building they are looking to syndicate was built only 3 years ago. Listen as they evaluate the building and explain how a syndication works and why they will or will not move forward on this deal.

In this episode Pete meets with Joe Vitello of Cross Country mortgage, the preferred lender of Tverdov Housing and they go through all of the different mortgage products geared towards New Jersey real estate investors! From FHA loans, to DSCR, to new construction and cash out refi's you will want to listen to this if you're a real estate investor here in New Jersey. 

In this episode Pete and Andrew dive into all the typical mistakes a DIY Landlord makes and how you can avoid Landlord/Tenant court in New Jersey (most of the time). We discuss what people do that creates Landlord and Tenant disputes and how the L/T court process works in New Jersey. If you want to be a better Landlord in New Jersey, tune in and sharpen your pencil to learn!

In this episode Pete talks all about 100% bonus depreciation and how it's one of the most amazing parts of the Big Beautiful Bill that no one is talking about. Bonus depreciation unlocks massive tax savings for professional real estate investors. Are you one? Find out in this episode!

Pete interviews Joe Colella, a massively successful realtor who co-runs one of the largest real estate teams in NJ and also has many years of experience flipping and now building new construction. We talk the ins/outs of new construction, how to do it, what to avoid and much more. You will enjoy this one if you like doing new construction real estate investing.

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!

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.

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. 

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!

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. 

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. 

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!

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.