The growing tech sector, infrastructure projects, and diverse job opportunities continue to drive population growth, making Atlanta a promising option for multi-family investments.

Quote from @Charles Evans: You are actually behind the 8-ball on this.

Try to narrow down your options to the top 3-4.

You should be able to go as low as 10-15% down payment with your experience.Ground up Financing: Most "ground up" financing options require a bit of experience - 3-5 exists (rehabbed & sold or rehabbed & refinanced in the last 3 years).

I’m curious to know what others think about these options.

I have been told to stay away from lease options in Texas.

Buying a turn key rental, in an area you know or knew well, with a property manager you've met and trust, in an area that is large enough for you to have other options to find contractors and property managers? 

Apparently, the person I am under contract with was managing the estate of the actual owner who recently died.  

Understanding what you can afford will help you narrow down deals that actually work for you!

I'm an investor and mortgage broker and have options for loans that go as low as $75,000 and down payments as low as 15%, which makes it easier to stay above $75,000.