I can also share referrals from my network of GCs, lenders, PMs, etc.

Admittedly, pricing will often account for any major items, and I don't believe this is true in Sandy Springs, but there are some areas that an interstate cuts off a small part of the neighborhood, and so labeling the neighborhood as "good" may be true for 90% of that neighborhood, but if you are in the 10% that is on the "wrong side" of the interstate, it can be a totally different market.

If your student loans are only 3-5% interest, that's pretty good so I think it's okay to pay those off over time.It sounds like you're making good income with your current employer and there is room to grow, so I'd plan to stay with that job until you can pay your high interest loans off and save enough for a down payment for your first property.

With your background in real estate investment and home building, you’re already off to a strong start.As a real estate professional in DFW, I know how competitive our market can be.

. -- you can buy lower quality and it won't matter. 

Also, the dirty little secret is they can make MUCH more educating than actually participating in deals.... 

Can they make a payment then remove all the appliances, the HVAC, etc etc.

First thing to consider is what was the original foundation design and can it hold a second story to a home.

Yes, we can grow wealth faster through leverage, but it also comes with risk.

It's rare, but it can happen.