All Forum Posts by: Patricia Joseph

@Manesh Hardeo Wow! This is a very impressive rehab. That kitchen is to die for! As a new Atlanta investor, I'm still learning about different areas for investing, but very interested in buying and holding properties near the Beltline. Although, I'm somewhat timid about investing on that side of town. You're definitely a trendsetter! Newbies like me can learn a lot from your experiences. Continue to keep us posted on future rehabs.

Thanks @Marvin McTaw for the info!

@Marvin McTaw Do you know of any REIA groups in the Atlanta area that meet on the weekends? Thanks!

Welcome @Shana Miller to BP!

This is the best place to be to get educated about real estate investing. I've only been a member for a short time, but I've learned so much. I will warn you though that the site is addictive. Everyone is very helpful in answering questions, and offering advice.

Good luck!

@Michaela G. - great suggestion! I would hate to buy a property and spend most of our cash flow on repairs. So, this is something we will really need to think about as we get closer to buying. I like Gwinnett County. I've seen many areas grow to become much more culturally diverse.

Wonderful advice,@Michaela G.! I've read that many women tend not to negotiate as much as men. Do you find this also applies in real estate investing?

Thank you @Michaela G. for the advice and suggestions. It's great to have insight from a seasoned investor. I wish I had the risk and tolerance level to rehab and flip houses, but I don't. My husband and I are looking to purchase tenant-occupied properties, for passive income. At this point in our lives, we're not looking for more stress, but rather more cash flow to enjoy in retirement. You mentioned lower-priced, newer neighborhoods; which areas would you suggest we look at?

Wow! For a newbie looking to invest in properties in Intown Atlanta, this was a very eye-opening and educational thread. @Rick Baggenstoss Thanks for the list of area rankings. I'm currently looking at properties in the Grant Park area. The house in that picture has a lot of character for $45k. In what area is that house located? @Todd Whiddon Which areas are affected most by stolen ACs? I guess this is something to consider when buying in certain areas.

Thanks James for the welcome and encouragement! We feel more comfortable starting in our own backyard first, and branching out to other areas, once we know what we're doing.

Thanks Rush for the helpful info! When I'm ready to start shopping around for financing, will each lender have to pull my credit, to determine if I qualify? Is it a hard or soft pull on my credit?