Newbie - Questions & Guidance Requested

[Josh Smalley]

Hello everyone,

My wife and I have identified Georgia as a state where we would like to begin our real estate investing careers. We live and work in Europe but are US citizens. We are looking to be semi-aggressive investors even though our role will be passive. 

We are very new to this, however, and trying our best to learn as much as possible as quickly as possible.

Questions:

1. We saw this article and the external link to the interactive map (https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/25-single-family-rental-markets-predicted-highest-growth-2017/). What do you think are some of the best markets in Georgia and is the outlook in these articles accurately representing the situation?

2. We would like speak with conventional lenders in Georgia. Any recommendations?

3. f my focus is cash flow, would duplexes be a better option than SFH in some of these markets in Georgia?

4. Should I avoid ATL or are there still good deals for a newbie to consider?

5. I think I've identified an attorney/consultant and a realtor, but I'm still open to hear from others about reputable realtors and attorneys throughout Georgia. 

6. Finally, if I go the turnkey route, what TK providers would you recommend?