Now I consider it just so I can get (in there) 3-5 under my belt.

Than with a few properties under the belt, thats when you can start bringing in specialized systems.  

Take that proof of concept and capability after done successfully to other investors/potential investors for capital raise when you have data/deals under your belt. 2.

Small multifamily properties have been the most attractive to us though because (1) the cost of entry isn't too high, (2) we don't have a ton of properties under our belts - so we still qualify for residential financing and (3) with low vacancy rates and/or delinquencies we don't have to worry too much about having to carry the debt service and expenses - even with 1 in 4 units vacant or late on rent, we're not blowing our cash flow.

If your buying in or around the Atlanta Belt line it shouldn't be in hopes of appreciation.

He's not worried about taking advice from people with years of experience and hundreds of transactions under their belt, and if worse comes to worse, he can always type things in all caps to get his point across!

The interest savings from paying off early are reason enough for me to keep contributing to my retirement fund and tighten my belt to pay down on principle of the mortgage.

I saw short term rentals, where I thought was a rougher area, but because of the belt line, was actually a very good value with good upside potential.Message if you want to chat sometime.  

@George Blower -- thanks so much for the insight.

You've also got 1 deal under your belt, so that should help when speaking with private and hard money lenders.