Under the law, I have the right to enter given that she's always been provided proper notice and all visits have been for maintenance repairs and inspections.

Just trying to connect with like minded individuals in my area.

I am a very motivated individual that got into this business head first!

My lease agreement states: "Abandonment" occurs when all of the following occur:(a) all occupants have vacated the Premises, in Landlord's reasonable judgment; (b) Tenant is in breach of this lease by not timely paying rent; and(c) Landlord has delivered written notice to Tenant, by affixing it to the inside of the main entry door or if Landlord is prevented from entering the Premises, by affixing it to the outside of the main entry door, stating that Landlord considers the Premises abandoned, and Tenant fails to respond to the affixed notice by the time required in the notice, which will not be less than 2 days from the date the notice is affixed to the main entry door.I know its early to worry, but if I does not hear from tenant in the next 3 days can I treat the property as abandoned and serve the notice?

If you are unable to take over the unit, call the police and file a breaking and entering report.

I am dead set on entering the real estate investment game but like I imagine a lot of people feel when they are just starting out, I am not sure where to begin.  

I understand it's an individual business, but if most going rates are say $1,100 for a 2/1, then it kills me when I see competitive properties advertised at $900.

Once you have it you can enter the address into the Fulton County Assessors website to determine if they show it under the decedent's name.

So with that being said I am interested in connecting with like minded individuals to join me, and help all involved to build a stronger and long haul business relationships.If you are interested please feel free to connect with me.

It really depends on which loan program is best for your individual situation, and also which programs each lender offers.