Sounds like I'm competing with one other guy for the job.  

At 3920 Appling, the giant tree in the front yard would be kept by a lot of individuals that our in my niche, but it is already pushing up the front deck and while it poses no current threat (and may never) to the house, it should be addressed b/c it could be a potential issue.  

Speaking to individuals who have experienced the type of investing your looking to do is key. 

I would never EMD funds into any of my business or personal accounts - I know for licensed individuals in Nevada that it is expressly illegal and I'm guessing that it poses a problem for non-licensed individuals as well (commingling funds).

You can try to find a reliable agent but you'll probably find most of them are not competent enough working with a real estate investor.

Accountant—CPA who is aware of the ins and outs of real estate and preferably owns rental properties.Insurance agent—someone who is local and can help get the best possible insurance for each individual transaction.Contractor-- someone who gets things done on time and under budget.

Anyone know of a lender in the Atlanta area competent with 203K loans?  

I am looking to start real estate investing in the Woodstock area and am looking for an accountant competent in real estate taxes.

If you are contingent on selling your home then you may have problems competing with all the other buyers out there.I am in Lakewood currently and you can find property for that price.

I understand with a seller's market deals will be hard to come by and margins may be smaller but I am sure if I network with like minded individuals it is possible.