I’m not sure if they only manage properties owned by the entity, or offer PM services.

My partner and I are diving into real estate investing in Atlanta, and we can't wait to get started.I've been soaking up knowledge from this community for years while living in California, where I had my realtor license and worked as a listing manager.

I'm looking forward to connecting with investor, agents, lenders, property managers.

Which one do you find easier to manage?

Slightly off topic- on top of Brandens tip of telling tenants your the building manager, get a phone number with a different area code.

So, if you can manage to find the money for even a SMALL BRRRR and execute it well your capital can increase to do slightly larger and larger projects as you complete each deal. 

Consider the responsibilities involved, with selling releasing you from property management duties and renting requiring ongoing maintenance and tenant management. 

Well the reason I chose 8 units is because I fully believe I'd be able to manage 8 units myself.

I'm a realtor who specializes with investors and property management in the area.

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