I'm starting to lean towards this having enough problems that despite the massive monthly cost savings, this program just is not consistent and reliable enough if this is your business instead of a hobby.

@Frank PatalanoFinding reliable & dependable contractors.

Pretty easy: use an enzyme cleaner to break down urine, works reliably.  

We still have to network and create a reliable team, so this would serve us as time to meet contractors/agents/other investors/etc...We are planning to start investing ~$200k depending on the deal.I'm writing this post to get some advice from somebody who might be more experienced in New York, and possibly to start creating some connections.

The purchase prices are cheaper, the supply/demand ratios are much more favorable, the cash flow is higher and more reliable and you can take advantage of the massive growth Atlanta is expected to see in the coming years and decades. 

This is important because GOOD hosts know that good and reliable cleaners and handyman can be hard to find, so they treat their cleaners and handyman lke GOLD, which includes referring business to them, paying them quickly and promptly, respecting their time, and taking care of them on the holidays.   

A reliable team, including an investor-friendly agent, property manager, inspectors, and a lender, is essential.

Like you said time, or trust, or reliability etc...In my case, as I am a real estate agent focused only in investments, i can bring deals, contractor who are investor friendly, good lenders, partnership with other investors i know etc... + those non-tangible things that I mentionedDefinitely!

I’d be happy to share more about what I’m working on and how these properties could potentially bring in reliable, hassle-free tenants. 

The strategic improvements and proactive management have not only increased the property's value but also enhanced tenant satisfaction, leading to a stable and reliable cash flow.