In general, when I've called Cobb County, I've found it really depends on who you talk to, some of the people there are knowledgeable and helpful and some really don't have a clue and are not very customer-service-oriented. 

I help other veterans/investors purchase here.

Furthermore, a big driver for me is to be able to care for both of my parents in their retirement, my auntie who recently lost her husband and help friends or strangers in need.Now I am looking to network and get more intimate with the market I am eyeing - and of course, continue to learn.- Oh, and I am a total nomad.

You will want to use some of the free calculators to help you with expenses, NOI, and cash flow.

I appreciate your help! 

Does anyone have any experience or advice they are willing to share to help me work through this issue?

I appreciate the help

There are several apps out there that can help if you are not using them already, one is called padsplit that i've seen. 

Super helpful info though.

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