All Forum Posts by: Matt Wood

@Andrew McIntyre Here in Atlanta, we have a lot of investor clients in your situation who live in California that we help buy and manage properties for. It definitely takes an extra layer of communication and trust on both sides... if you invest out of state, make sure you get some client referrals and ask for pics/videos of your properties during turns and rehabs. It can certainly be done! Good luck with school in San Jose.

@Andrew C. College Park/East Point is still fairly 'block by block' and each neighborhood can be different, but there are a lot of positive indicators in the area. The airport development is booming and we own and manage properties around CP. Curbed had it rated as one of the top 'up and coming' neighborhoods last year as well:

https://atlanta.curbed.com/2017/12/27/16821952/cur...

Totally depends on your situation though in terms of what you outsource vs what you take on yourself if you decide to keep the property. Either way, its a great problem to have! You're in a good situation.

Welcome to Atlanta @Erich Rasch . You're picking a great time to move here - lots of activity going on. In addition to the REIAs, keep an eye out on these forums like Ryan said for local BP meetups. I'd be happy to help answer any questions about ATL investing

Welcome @Zachary Hickman - sounds like you're off to a great start by working in the industry and being active on BP. Atlanta is a great market; even with the appreciation over the last few years there are still solid fundamentals. Lots of good indicators with population/job growth. The more you can drive and learn certain areas, the better!

Get after it @Lee Gierszewski ! You'll be surprised how quickly it can snowball if you keep focused on the goals. Sounds like you're off to a great start.

John, it sounds like you're on the right track. Keep learning and networking, and before too long you'll be ready to make moves. Trust your instincts when its time to start making offers on properties and don't let analysis paralysis take over. Good luck!

I would look into the local market's population trends and major job centers. If the area is stable or growing in population with multiple strong employers, then I'd be comfortable investing in the market at the right prices.

Hi @Hanyang Chen, I'm a fellow UGA grad and a Real Estate and Finance major as well. I'll shoot you a PM, I'd love to connect. Atlanta is still a great market to invest in, even with higher prices and more competition.

Hi Joseph, I'd be happy to help. I'll PM you

Hi @Kari D., I own a PM company in Atlanta and am an agent/investor as well. I'd love to help! I'll send a connection request.