I am currently working on acquiring some turn-key type rentals out of state in the Midwest and Southern US, where the rent rates are very attractive.

Yardi is my main software, but if you're tech-savvy and a real quick learner, you can make almost any software/system to work with what you need.

Researching more, that may mean studying to get licensed which I'm up for and looking into.While I consider that option I wonder if there are opportunities I could investigate that would give me a quick start?

If they are professional, they can explain this quickly and easily.

The village has done a lot to improve itself and attract new businesses and development over the past few years, which is translating nicely into property value appreciation.

I'm trying to find a strategy that satisfies the below requirementsMotivates potential tenants to apply and lease quickly (a weak pressure sale tactic?) 

same with the  purchase scenario  ( both on a sfr and a duplex) …...are  any duplexes in beacon hill ( or any areas  available that  fit your plans )  market is flattening but  ….the  good  buys are still fetching  quick multiple offers if interested in buying - get  pre approved ..

I know this deal may not be the one, as it will go quickly, but any advice on securing capital or JV? 

@Nicholas White - I'm looking for a Single Family and to be on top of all the processes of the deal; learning everything hands-on until I feel more comfortable and move to multi family rentals.And about Atlanta, definitely very attractive market.

Our tech scene may not yet truly rival that of the Bay Area, but the California markets are quickly pricing themselves out of some promising young talent - talent that has started looking east for lower overheads and a more dynamic, inclusive, culture.