It’s a longer-term game, though, with higher upfront costs.I’d say spend some time researching your target area and connecting with local investors or meetups—they’re goldmines for market insights and networking.

The investment portion of 3 units equals their reinvestment target of $600K. 

Which areas of metro Atlanta are you targeting?

The market still has relatively low entry points compared to other major cities, making it possible to find multifamily properties like duplexes and triplexes in the price range you’re targeting.

Brady,When I do my screening for new tenants I would weight the rental history the most.  

This allows you to really niche down and target your ideal tenant demographic.

Here’s our OPINION for the Metro Detroit market (use as a template for your target area!)

Since Stamford’s market supports higher-end finishes, who is your target buyer, and do you really need top-tier finishes to maximize ROI? 

These can be great for making initial connections and learning about specific markets.Since you're thinking long-term, consider spending some time in your target markets to build relationships with agents, property managers, and contractors.

Detroit is very block-by-block, so knowing the dynamics in the area you’re targeting is key.2.