Hi, First timer and I just bought and renovated a Duplex in Dekalb, Atlanta. it is a B to C area. Each unit is a 2 bed/1bath, expected to rent at $650-$700. Have got a lot of interest but not many people willing to gi...

It would be a shame to see 'dead' sub-forums due to the lack of BP members living and/or investing in it's designated area.

I found out though my thinking was based upon my lack of experience and here's what I discovered.There are high taxes everywhere.

However, if you want to do a double closing and lack the funds then you should research transactional funding.

It's just being lazy and/or trying to make up for a lack of analysis ability.Learn how to analyze property properly (say that again 5 times fast).  

Which is nice because of the lack of competition, but bad because now I have no local private money to tap into.

Banks and lenders will scrutinize you more because of your lack of experience, lack of consistent income, and so on.  

Look to build a team that can fill in where you are lacking.  

The lack of leverage and the taxes are troublesome.  

I enjoy working out and dieting as it tests ones discipline, self control and teaches one to work hard and to be patient in order to see results, which I feel has been a priceless attribute acquired and will transfer over to my real estate endeavours.My Experience With Real Estate (or lack-thereof)I have no real experience thus far except for everything that I've read, heard and watched.