If you just want the knowledge, sure, take the online classes and tests.

This property is in the Extended Use Period though mid-2026.  

Why would someone (a stranger) give you money for the downpayment on your first rental property?

I dont have experience buying but have looked into it, from what I can tell, if you buy it at a tax auction, The owner has a certain amount of time to reclaim the property.

I live in a suburb, about 30 miles NE from the city of Atlanta in Lilburn, Ga.

The best way to start is ALWAYS house hacking a small multi.

A prudent investor doesn't seek quick riches through shortcuts.

Buy Buy Baby is closing all 10 of its stores by the end of 2024, marking the end of its brief brick-and-mortar revival.

Regular preventative maintenance, typically during turnovers between tenants I take note, anything that will likely be a need to repair in the next 12mo I try to fix during my turnovers before a new tenant, but I also take note of anything that may be needed in the next 24mo and the next 5years and I estimate the cost and budget it into my reserves Best of luck with your self management journey!

I would ask the installer to come back and fix it.