These areas attract long-term tenants who are willing to pay for quality housing​​.Mixed-Use Properties:Properties that combine residential and commercial spaces offer diversified income streams.

@Kyle LipkoRecommend you first figure out the property Class you want to invest in, THEN figure out the corresponding location to invest in.Property Class will typically dictate the Class of tenant you get, which greatly IMPACTS rental income stability and property maintenance/damage by tenants.If you apply Class A assumptions to a Class B or C purchase, your expectations won’t be met and it may be a financial disaster.If you buy/renovate a property in Class D area to Class A standards, what quality of tenant will you get?

Typically HELOC is much cheaper than hard money.

Thinking of offering seller financing deal to him.

The offer is still typically (100% of my transactions since August 17th last year) asking for my buyer agent commission to be paid in the agreement..

This will help you close deals faster.Focus on marketing and lead generation to find motivated sellers—direct mail, driving for dollars, and online marketing all work well here.Know your numbers—being able to accurately assess the value of properties and make solid offers is key.Network with other investors and professionals—attend local REI meetups, connect with title companies, and build relationships with hard money lenders.Feel free to reach out if you ever want to chat more or exchange ideas!

In 2020, it came to a near complete stop.Banks go through the foreclosure process typically taking 4-8 months.

Why do that if there aren't any other offers?

It potentially offers legal protection.

There are more cashflow favorable cities than Atlanta but it offers a great mix of reasonable cashflow, growth, and strong appreciation.