So they actually came back stating the payment delinquencies are due to a broken ankle which stopped her from her serving job which was almost half of her income.

Like, I've actually done my homework on it.

In reality it’s very hard and I don’t recommend this path on anyone.You’re getting your license which is a good way to start.

Hey Emily, There actually is an Athens meetup that is still active.

It looks different than most list generators since it claims to have a list of people in my area who have actually signed up on their website specifically saying they have money right now that they are looking for someone to lend to as a real estate investment. 

Being relatively new to this, though, I don't know whether it would actually be a good deal for me (the current owner likely wouldn't accept it either, but I'd potentially be willing to try making an offer if my idea sounds reasonable).

I'm actually a little envious!

When we actually look at the prices of Real Estate, that's not what we actually have seen.While I don't think one should take their personal experiences into account for fear of extrapolating a biased opinion, I see this scenario done ALL the time here on BP, especially when I see postings involving places like NYC where people are saying I wouldn't invest here because my personal experience shows that it is un-affordable.YES... that is true... it is un-affordable.... when you do it ALONE, by yourself.

I would look into T&H Reality.

it's actually a commercial building with residential lodging on the second floor.