@Jim Pellerin is an expert in these types of deals, he may have the answer that you are looking for.

It did not refer to the 1245 or 1250 codes which define the different properties segregated out to faster lives.There are many experts that argue that much of the personal property in a 'real property' can still be applied to 1031 exchange.

Georgia is a great place to invest and there are many different avenues you can pursue.I am by no means an expert on Newnan (based in metro Atl), but if you ever have questions about where to look for rentals or just want to network,  please reach out.

I am by no means an expert at estimating rehab costs and ARV so I could be off.

I prefer to rely on local market experts for I'm-about-to-spend-money decisions, but Trulia crime maps are a great place to start and a decent way to back up what a market expert is telling you.

Clifford I’m not a probate expert, but.....You were never in danger of being liable for the mtg (loan) no matter what transpired.If the property was transferred to you, yes you’d be responsible, as the owner, for the taxes, not that non payment of taxes affects your credit.Note, telling the bank “you can have it back” doesn’t change any legalities.  

Are there any local experts who are crushing it in your market?

I recently attended a training with Denise Lones (the Lones Group) who is an expert on predicting the market.  

We aren't experts and feel like we need direction from an expert.

I have listened to some Youtube videos and attended some events in which experts gave their opinion.