@Jeff Nash would be a great resource to speak with on companies/investments to offset your W2.

Also many of them pay to get on the speaking circuit as you mentioned. 

My residential is long term so I can't speak to MTR, but I can say it's the slowest market I've ever seen in my life right now.

I was speaking with a man who has a long history in lending and working for a bank, and he was poking some holes in an investment strategy I was formulating.

I have an idea of an initial investment and returns I would like to hit, but would love to speak with those of actual experience to see if my numbers are realistic.

sorry for typos. speaking into the Android keyboard leaves a lot to be desired

I had another person speak highly of New Western.

Ask to speak with some of their current owners and current/former tenants.

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. 

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