Given the current atmosphere and rumors of the financial situation in the country (possible recession) I'm looking to rent for now and buy later after we get to know the area.

Very social atmosphere.

Higher interest rates, create a atmosphere of fear and decreases the amount of buyers on the market.

Again I love the community atmosphere of Bigger Pockets and I can not wait to help others as Bigger Pockets has helped me. - Josh Clow

So, it would be your choice, as a well-positioned landlord in a bad neighborhood, if you want to follow best practices and create an atmosphere that put the wheels of neighborhood restoration in motion.

The atmosphere of Hugh Hefner's mansion is a bonus.

As I've said before, you've fostered a creative and productive atmosphere that allows real estate investors to arm themselves with timely and extremely useful information.Kudos to you and your colleagues/team at BP.Anthony

Striving for fun and learning in a relaxed atmosphere.

However, I really want to get involved locally in the North Dallas (DFW) area Real Estate atmosphere and eventually find a mentor in the area.

I have a side by side duplex and this is always a concern of mine because if you have great tenants on one side adding a noisy tenant can certainly ruin that atmosphere.