-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Recommend you first figure out the property Class you want to invest in, THEN figure out the corresponding location to invest in.Property Class will typically dictate the Class of tenant you get, which greatly IMPACTS rental income stability and property maintenance/damage by tenants.If you apply Class A assumptions to a Class B or C purchase, your expectations won’t be met and it may be a financial disaster.If you buy/renovate a property in Class D area to Class A standards, what quality of tenant will you get?

Who are great property managers in Atlanta you would recommend for my circumstance?  

Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

Any referrals or recommendations for good and qualified brokers, sellers, property management companies, loan brokers, insurance brokers, mortgage brokers, contractors, etc.

To start your journey, I recommend focusing on building your network by joining meetups and engaging in online forums, while narrowing down your first investment based on your budget, market, and goals.

@David Lewis I recommend reading “Long-Distance Real Estate Investing: How to Buy, Rehab, and Manage Out-of-State Rental Properties” - I found it to be very helpful when I got started investing 2.5 years ago.

Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

If you are new and don't have a clue, then I would certainly recommend them or some company that can guide you through things until you have an understanding. 

What would you recommend?

I recommend attending different Real Estate Investors Association meetings to network and get a feel for the landscape.