I’d appreciate any advice on getting started, local meetups (I’m outside of Atlanta, zip 30152), or tips to navigate this journey.

I benefitted from rent inflation, but I also did some things that would help improve net cash flow (appealing property taxes, for example).Happy to send you some resources with more details on how I accomplished it.

BP is a remarkable resource, the community, and content are amazing!

Network with investment groups and podcasts for additional resources.

To my knowledge there isn’t a BP page for Columbus overall; you need to do your own research or use the resources of motivated investor-friendly realtors like ReafCo.

Libraries are a great free resource, save your money for real estate.

Just wanted to ask if any investors in the Austin/Cedar Park area with experience in rehabbing with today’s constructions costs had any general tips on estimating rehab costs for a property? 

Bigger Pockets is a great place for education and networking and is full of great content.I recommend that you check out the following resources:1.

Keep a close eye on local markets in emerging areas around Los Angeles, where property values are likely to appreciate making future investments easier as you build equity.Let me know if you’d like financing help or need more tips along the way.Best,Drago

Thanks for the tip, I'll definitely join!