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Mercedes Phillips
  • Rental Property Investor
  • Atlanta GA
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Actively Sourcing Off-Market Value-Add Deals — Canton, GA

Mercedes Phillips
  • Rental Property Investor
  • Atlanta GA
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Investment Info:

Other buy & hold investment.

Currently sourcing and analyzing small multifamily and value-add opportunities in the Canton, GA market. Focused on identifying distressed, underperforming, and value-add rental portfolios for investor partnerships and acquisition opportunities.

What made you interested in investing in this type of deal?

The Canton and North Georgia markets are experiencing strong population growth and continued demand for rental housing. I’m focused on identifying underperforming and value-add opportunities where improved operations, management, and strategic repositioning can increase both cash flow and long-term appreciation.

How did you find this deal and how did you negotiate it?

I am actively sourcing opportunities through direct outreach, market research, networking with brokers, and off-market owner outreach. My focus is identifying distressed or underperforming properties where there may be flexibility in pricing or structure.

How did you finance this deal?

Currently evaluating financing structures including investor partnerships, joint ventures, and traditional financing options depending on the opportunity.

How did you add value to the deal?

Value-add strategy includes operational improvements, rent optimization, improved tenant screening, expense reduction, and repositioning opportunities to increase NOI and long-term asset value.

What was the outcome?

Deal sourcing and investor outreach currently in progress. Actively reviewing opportunities and connecting with investors for potential acquisitions.

Lessons learned? Challenges?

One key takeaway is the importance of strong underwriting, local market knowledge, and building relationships with investors and property owners. Deal sourcing requires persistence and consistent outreach.

Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

Currently building relationships with investors, lenders, brokers, and contractors in the Canton and North Georgia markets.