Also my local church holds a weekly community dinner that draws about 100 people which is more than attend Sunday services.

If you buy a package of 6 lesser houses  that means I have 6 roofs, 6 hvac, less cashflow, and likely subpar appreciation(dollar for dollar) compared to better areas.The reduced maintenance costs, higher rents, better tenants, appreciation, and reduced hassle factor for new construction are real and attractive.  

Talk to local money folks, property sellers, and those who look after properties for tips.

Talk to local banks to see what they could offer you if you were to buy an investment property.

.- Network with Local Professionals: Connecting with agents, lenders, wholesalers, and fellow investors in Alabama is a crucial step in finding your first deal.

Go to local Real Estate meetups and learn from people there

Talk to some good local lenders.

This is a great strategy for the area if you're close to the attractions in the city!

I find that listing very early attracts the best tenants.

@Rick BaggenstossIt's not going to go backwards private organizations and the city have invested millions and they have gained back 100 millions back on their investments and the Beltline is not completed yet I do the tour often (Beltline)Those area are little sketchy but because it has not been totally gentrified it's still in its process also in order far Atlanta to keep attracting talent to the city they must become transportation friendly millenials are not getting in car note debt like previous generations they want to work play and party in the city (Kipp) is great as far school goes I want to say it was #1 in the state of GA.