I have to build a team.

A couple of ways to go about this is finding REO properties, foreclosures, get deals from wholesalers or build relationships with agents.

In addition the poison causes them to need to drink so for the most part they will leave the building looking for water and die outside.

Many do not allow it due to the city wanting to focus more on higher-priced real estate asset classes such as single-family homes, apartment buildings, etc. 

Hi All,This summer, I would like to buy a duplex to live in and rent half.I subscribed to BiggerPockets so I have access to the tools.I read this:https://www.biggerpockets.com/...Is there any specific advice you would have about buying a duplex in the Atlanta area, or building one if that is possible/feasible?

They are a great way to build your local network.

You could JV with an established wholesaler and split the assignment fee until you build up a buyers list. 

The plan is to complete the 2nd property in PA, stabilize our finances and portfolio, pay down the HELOC, and build our cash balances back up.The timeline and time frame to reach my goals has changed a bit over the first year.

It covers the existing structure at the Actual Cash Value (depreciated value of the building). 

It is a good starting point if you are trying to build out rental comps in the area and then you want to dive into each property to see if they match the same criteria of your target property.