All Forum Posts by: Jesse LeBlanc

I agree, and now that everyone has seen what the Beltline has done, i'm sure it will only get better from here.  However, I don't feel that its EVER a wise idea to only buy based on the assumption of appreciating values.  BTW, "won't be as desirable" simply meant as desirable as other areas with those amenities, but I agree @Michaela G. now doubt we see growing demand there now.

FYI, @Chance Bridges (I didn't text you, you might already know this) but for others guess what... Monday Night Brewery just broke ground on their HUGE 2nd brewery.  And guess where it's at.  On the Beltline in West End.  

As Rick stated, it's nice to see so many investors in the area rehabbing, but until we get some better restaurants and businesses, it won't be as desirable.  So many people are riding "The train is coming the train is coming!!" assuming it will just continue to grow and grow and never stop.  Well, it will cap out.  I'm sure with better businesses and restaurants we'll have another EAV, kindof area.  If we're luckly similar to Highlands down the road with the beltline, the Quarry (park) etc.

One can only assume, so it's best to buy for today, make the numbers work today!  If they get better (and I too feel it's still growing, no doubt) then that's gravy on the top baby.  

@Paul C. Are you pulling a permit for your deck?  If not, then don't worry about Code Enforcement.  However, like a previous investor mentioned, check with the manufacturer's recommendation in the event (I doubt it) says minimum clearance is less than 36" then you'll feel a little more comfortable.

IF you have to move it, and your dealing with Code Enforcement, they might gig you on not having the disconnect or weather resistant GFCI outlet within a certain number of feet from the unit.  If you don't have one, they can make you have one (that building inspector could make you pull an HVAC permit too).  I have a number of feet in mind but I am not sure and do not want to post it until someone confirms it.  I know our inspector made us move it, we moved it just outside the distance it should have been from the outlet but he just walked around, saw it moved and left.  So we got lucky.

The cost of moving it, well it completely depends on your HVAC guy, which could also result in an electrician too.  Most HVAC guys do not move or run the electrical, accept from disconnect to the unit.  Depending on how much extra line set you have, you might be extremely limited to the distance you can move the unit without replacing some of the line set.  If that is done, there goes your coolant!  

IF you are having this deck permitted, you'll need to have your property surveyed and sight plans for the County.  Be sure your contractor is informed of the recent change in code for decks before they build it!  They've changed the size of lumber you have to use on the corners now and I believe something to do with footers.  Code Enforcement will make you pour the footers, they'll have to check them first, then you can begin the build.

I know this is far more than you asked for, but keep them in mind if you go this route.  But you'll see how a $125 permit could turn into $250 for permits and reschedule fees, plus the additional cost of your contractors etc.  

Best of luck sir.

I've been looking into this area as well recently. I'll be adding this area to my list of mailers and other marketing starting January. I've got a friend with several properties there. If you'd like to receive deals from this area in the future, see our website and fill out the investor form. Best of luck sir.

Good Evening Edford Banuel I've enjoyed a couple of years flipping properties in Atlanta. We now have a staging company and a Wholesale acquisitions company for other investors. Love to help you out on some future deals. Visit our website, fill out our form and we'll be sure to send you our deals starting January. Best of luck out here sir. BTW, don't let others get you so excited that you buy just any deal you see!! Do your due diligence, educate yourself and buy smart.

Feel free to contact me anytime Mirza Hodzic see my website and contact information in my signature. I'd be more than happy to offer a few suggestions as you work through your project. I'm currently building an acquisitions company but have done plenty of rehabs in Atlanta. I've got a full time project manager for my flips. I've had my share of managing contractors! I'll have a new acquisitions team starting January bringing other investors deals. We've also got a staging company, for Investors ONLY. As Damir Kamber stated, working with another investor can be a great way to get your feet wet. HOWEVER, you better make sure you do plenty of research on that person and make sure they're qualified to be worth partnering with!! Seriously, make sure they're good before you get married to someone on a project.

I live in this county and recently sold one of my renovations here too. We had to move our new A/C unit because of this deck. The clearance above the unit had to be 36" or greater according to the DeKalb county .

If it's a good deal, it doesn't matter where it is. Get it under contract at an excellent price and you'll have a buyer! Every area of Metro Atlanta has buyers. In areas that are bad for flippers might be great for long term strategy.

We're full time fix and flip investors, wholesaler, and staging.

One of our companies is Investors Staging LLC. If anyone is interested in staging their properties in Fulton County, Dekalb or Metro Atlanta please message or email me.

Jesse

My apologies for the double post. The app froze but apparently still posted the first. Look forward to hearing from other local investors! It's time for me to let my crew keep working while I get out and talk shop with more like minded individuals.