Newbie from Atlanta, GA

[Jonathan C.]

Hi everyone, I'm Jonathan. I live in Atlanta and own a personal training company in Midtown. Although I like what I do, I constantly find myself listening to the BP podcasts between clients, researching properties, and driving around ATL for hours every weekend looking at houses. 

My fiancee and I have finally decided to take the plunge in REI, specifically fix & flips. We're young and extremely excited to learn as much as possible about this new endeavor. Our goal is to end up as one of the big players in the ATL REI scene. But first, we need to get started.

[Mark Nolan]

@Jonathan C.

Welcome to Bigger Pockets. Consider sending messages to other members for specific guidance.

[James Wise]

@Jonathan C.

Welcome to the site.

Good luck to you & I'll see you around the forums.

[Jonathan C.]

Thanks for the warm welcome, guys. This is my first day on BP and I already feel like I've learned so much from the forums. I look forward to seeing you two around the site.

[Julie Toh]

Welcome to BP. ATL is one of the markets I'm researching to invest, would love to share insights with you.

[Dmitriy Fomichenko]

@Jonathan C.

Welcome to the BP family! You came to the right place to learn all about real estate investing! Here are some recommendations for you:

Find and connect with other BP members that are in your area: http://www.biggerpockets.com/meet

Set up keyword alerts to be notified of the topics that interest you: http://www.biggerpockets.com/alerts

Read Beginner’s Guide: http://www.biggerpockets.com/real-estate-investing

Check out BP Podcasts: http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/category/podcast/

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Wishing you the best! 

[Lynn Angus]

I'm getting started in Atlanta, too and am also engaged! Must be trending. We are focusing on the unincorporated area of Decatur -- first time home buyer marker. The information and connections here are invaluable. Welcome!

[Jonathan C.]

Wow, BP seems to be a pretty active community. Thanks for all the welcomes, everyone!

@Dmitriy Fomichenko, thank you for the advice. I'm digging into the beginner's guide right now.

@Julie Toh, I'd love to talk about the ATL market with you, I'll message you.

@Lynn Angus, congratulations on your engagement! The Decatur area seems like a good spot for the first time home buyer market. Young families seem to love the area.

[Marlon Wilson]

Welcome to Biggerpockets 

@Jonathan C.. All the best!

[Dmitriy Fomichenko]

Hi Jonathan,

Thank you for the mention! Welcome again and I hope you accomplish all of your dreams in real estate, and life.

Best,

Dmitriy

[Marvin McTaw]

Hi @Jonathan C. and welcome to Bigger Pockets. Definitely sounds like you've caught the real estate investing bug. Good luck to you as you and your fiancee get started out. If you need any help with anything don't hesitate to ask. Thanks!