Quote from @Matt McNabb: I'm a solid $400k/yr job in NYC and have $250k to begin investing as my first step into building a portfolio, although I don't have time to be a landlord so I have to account for management fees.  

I am active duty military and plan to use the property for deployments/holidays for my family to stay near relatives until I separate in 4 years, then to use that property as one of several future investment properties.

Diana, you’re absolutely right that finding a solid team is crucial when investing out of state.

Metro Atlanta, generally speaking, respective markets 30 to 45 minutes from the City, will be tight on cash flow unless you implement a creative investment strategy, such as short-term rentals, medium-term rentals, or rent-by-the-room properties, or allocate at least 30% to 35% towards your downpayment if you intend to hold the property as a long-term rental. 

I'm hungry for solid relationships, but the inconsistency is frustrating. 

Where do you want to invest? 

Were you investing with a vacation loan / 10% down?

I have been reading and listening to real estate investing books everyday for a while now and it is something i want to pursue. 

Anyone investing in Knoxville TN?

Coin jams are going to be your second biggest headache unless you invest in those fancy ones with tap-to-pay but those cost a pretty penny.