In today’s episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan welcomes Tommy Visaggio, Founder and Managing Member of Viza Property Management, for a wide-ranging conversation on investing smart, scaling responsibly, and managing real estate with a long-term mindset. Tommy began his journey with no industry connections, taking an unpaid internship in finance that provided him with early exposure to commercial real estate deals and loan structures. From there, he rolled up his sleeves, learned through experience, and built both a real estate portfolio and a property management company that serves clients throughout New Jersey.
The conversation also dives into the business of managing for others. Tommy discusses his approach to building systems, earning trust from landlords, and gradually expanding into third-party management and HOA contracts. Jonathan and Tommy discuss how effective property management can protect investors from risk, enhance tenant retention, and generate more consistent long-term income. They also touch on mixed-use properties as a way to combine residential stability with the upside of commercial retail, especially in emerging Main Street communities.
Tommy’s approach emphasizes calculated growth, risk management, and keeping things personal. Whether he’s onboarding a new HOA or helping a landlord turn around a rental, he stays focused on systems, communication, and protecting all parties involved. For newer investors or landlords considering management support, this episode offers a clear look at how to build wisely and why the right relationships matter more than ever.
In this episode, you will hear:
- Starting with a finance background and scaling into real estate
- What early renovation mistakes taught Tommy about risk and pricing
- Why South Jersey offers better yield and fewer regulatory challenges
- How to handle tenant relationships in lower-rent markets
- Building a property management firm from internal systems
- Vetting landlords just as carefully as managing tenants
- Expanding into HOA management and how it’s different from rentals
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