My last deal was in one of Atlanta’s faster growing suburbs, actually got it 5k below contract, the one before that was 10k over asking and the property appraised 10k above that!

I agree with you, looking into further growing the portfolio with more buy and hold properties. 

While I recognize that California will likely always grow, or at least not shrink, the fact of the matter is this:  money goes where it is treated best. 

Because of this, we have well in excess of our 1 year reserves for this property.Our belief is that this is a growing area.

That's what I do in my market to A: learn more about PM, B: increase my income, C: grow relationships with other investors.

I've been a real estate agent in Chicago for the past 4 years and have taken my time to learn and connect with like minded individuals seeking to grow and create financial wealth/freedom through real estate.

I’m working on growing my buy and hold portfolio.

Even though we try to help and offer advice to the new folks trying to get into this crazy business, it is downright amusing seeing the growing numbers showing up asking us to analyze their potential deals and suggest areas to invest.....usually with little apparent knowledge or effort on their parts....This business has the unfortunate appearance of being 'easy money' because the stories abound about the people that are sitting on properties worth millions.

As Atlanta continues to grow and competition within the perimeter become larger and more competitive up and coming areas have become more interesting.

So many options and I'd love to hear how everyone manages as they grow.