If anyone is interested in learning more about this unorthodox investment strategy, specifically in Atlanta, GA, I'd be happy to connect and chat.

It's not easy with interest rates where they are currently, mix in the insane insurance premiums, management fees, cleaning fees, general maintenance, and margins are pretty skinny for most I would say.

I am having a hard time narrowing down a location to invest and would like to better understand what specific things i need to look for and know in order to understand if an area is a good investment.  

Very weird.After getting nowhere with this city representative, I called a local lawyer whom helped a bit however, this is a very specific issue and only could help with basic facts.

We are looking to purchase our first property this year, specifically a SF/MTF buy & hold in the Cedar Rapids or Iowa City area. 

go to REIAsgo look at propertiestalk to lenderspost specific questions here

Painting - this can be very expensive and depends a lot on the specific interior.

In Georgia, but not Columbus (can't change city after selecting it).I brought up the idea of seller financing, specifically a wrap, to an acquaintance in the area.

For example if you were looking for a specific area in florida that was a single family home they may say calculate $2 per $1000 of value.

@Porsha Thompson dive into learning more about the area your property is located in, specifically average rents, average Days On Market (DOM), etc.