If you don't look at them before buying in person, you will get burned at some point and regret it.   

I email all my documents as pdfs with password protection, then I text the passwords to the person receiving them. 

Once I had the right person to speak with, things went much better, and I hope that is the case for your situation, too.  

@Takarra Fowler If you're looking for in person meet ups. 

You will be personally sued along with your LLC.  

Start small with manageable deals, educate yourself continuously, and build a strong network and team to support your growth.

@Mark Towey I don't "farm" areas personally, it doesn't really fit the niche I'm personally going after, but what I have heard from some major agents in my market lately is that farming is not near as productive as it used to. 

Since you're focused on equity appreciation, consider long-term rentals in growth areas (e.g., Smyrna, Decatur, Marietta), new construction or turnkey rentals for lower maintenance, or small multifamily properties for stability.

I am interested in some in-person or virtual connections for anyone in the GR area.

When looking at properties in other cities, I usually start by researching market trends like price-to-rent ratios, crime rates, and growth potential.