I also have experience in Home Staging- mostly renovated REO/Short Sale homes.

I have always gotten in excess of 25% return on my cash investment. 

I keep a low balance in the account and everything in excess goes in to a high interest savings account ( 1% wohoo).

I am in the early stages of looking into investing and thought maybe some of you would be able to give me some tips! 

Hi Raj, although I am in the beginning stages of exploring the Atlanta market myself and can't give much insight there.

I am still in the beginning stages of trying to figure out how to pinpoint the right property/county.

At this stage you will be getting paid to learn.

Please also verify the accuracy of this information at the time you are considering these options as guidelines change.price Decorating allowancesRepair allowancesMoving costsNote—a dollar for dollar sales price reduction is also required for - Excess rent credit and gift funds not meeting FHA requirements Contributions exceeding the actual cost of prepaid expenses, discount points and other financing concessions Credit Requirements Required is 600.

So buying properties, rehabbing, and reselling will be a big part of this early stage for sure.

At this stage, this is the only way to not loose my investment in the property.