But long story short - make sure you have the cash or access to cash to fund the unexpected.  

It's not "dead," but it's a crowded space.

The question is:  Does widening the road give you more access to more vehicles?

It's not necessarily a bad idea to go out of state on your first investment, especially given the number of markets within easy access of Atl. 

In 2014, she bought the 650-square-foot space on East 12th Street for $749,000, and planned to continue living with her parents on East 11th Street during the renovation.Four contractors estimated the work would cost around $120,000 and tried to steer her toward a more traditional look, raising concerns that creativity could cost her buyers

If they cut a "Cash for key deal" with occupants they will open it up for inside access. 

We must have the ability to access the property; with prior notes, in case of an emergency or maintenance issue.

There is a second parcel that is further in and does not touch public street (there is an access easement to get to the property) that is still for sale.

@Nelson Taylor Hi Nelson, would you mind telling me how often your space gets rented through air bnb?

I still keep some SFRs in my portfolio for the control aspect but not adding to that position.Passive syndication would give you access to experts, niches and geographies you know you should be or want to be in but don't have the time, expertise or even interest to be active.