@John Hamm I can’t speak to Cleveland but the Atlanta market right now is extremely competitive and prices have gotten insane, it’s doable but it might be worth looking at other medium sized cities around Georgia.

and @Tim Monistere if you are in an are the @Zack Karp works in I highly recommend him, I've used him several times personally (15-20 I believe), he and his time are top notch, you won't be disappointed. 

Market rent doesn't go UP or DOWN that fast; you'll find 9/10 properties don't pencil out and you don't have to waste anybody's time (extremely important to agents).

Extremely Sorry for such a late response, I know how much damage 1 whole month can do to a time-line.

Act now, and fast, or I fear you will wind up very disappointed when the deal falls through down the line.  

@Kris L.Agreed at the extremes of the rent spectrum it gets out of whack but it's a good barometer when evaluating for a potential deal.

I love your feedback, extremely helpful.

I need some direction.My goal would be to move forward financially by purchasing my next multi-unit to increase my cash flow (I'll have nothing else to live on except an extremely small SS).

Hello, I am reaching out for advice with an extremely challenging tenant.

I see that the 1% rule is extremely hard to achieve so I am wondering what you look for?