With that being said you should take full advantage of all of the benefits that being a KW agent affords you; unlimited training, a decent CRM, support of an interested broker, profit sharing, Agent Leadership Councils,  the list goes on, but I don't want to get off topic. 

I ask because in order to support myself I do "bird-dogging" on the side.

He doesn't sound terribly high risk to me - he has had his own business for several years, money in the bank, no bad credit, no criminal issues, is willing to provide 2x deposit, and has family in the area that is willing to help support him, and take him in if things go awry.

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Hey Everyone, I appreciate the support.

Over the years, I have been working part time managing a small volume of single family properties and decided to focus on this business full time.Since I really can't afford to go an extended period of time without income as I ramp up my business, I am considering investing in a franchise where I can utilize proven methods that can support a business that can scale up in volume.I would love to build some relationships in the industry and network locally in Atlanta as well.I welcome any feedback on my plan mentioned above, the value you place on outsourcing this service, guidance on growing the business and anything else relevant to property management.Wow. 

@Mike York Thanks for the support!

I'm looking to learn and more importantly, have the support of like-minded people when things aren't going so well.  

Make your offers accordingly.Math Response:Purchase a duplex for 100k, 10% down, 5% interest. 1% property tax rate on 100k.Insurance is $50/monthSo PITI (principle, interest, taxes, insurance) is ~700/month (Mortgage Calc)So if you your market can support $700/month for the other side of the duplex, you can live for only the cost of repairs.