All Forum Posts by: Amy Lemaistre
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Post: What are the best areas in Georgia to invest? Looking for a fix and flip.

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Quote from @Richard Capers Jr:
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Thank you! If you had to choose Augusta or Athens, which would it be? I’m concerned a home in Augusta might sit on the market longer. But homes there seem underpriced.
@Amy Lemaistre Homes in the Augusta market can move fast depending on the price point, location, and finishes. I live in this market and have had some good experiences if you need more detailed information.
Is Augusta growing? What's the draw there? Do a lot people rent out their homes during the Masters?
Post: What are the best areas in Georgia to invest? Looking for a fix and flip.

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Quote from @Cody Lekberg:
Quote from @Amy Lemaistre:
Hi Cody- happy you connected with me.
I’m really looking for a good income. Something that I can profit say $30-50k. Would like to be able to 2 or 3 flips this year. Is that possible?
I also could really use a mentor if you know of anyone. I do architectural drafting and interior design if I can be of assistance to anyone in return.
Thanks!
Keep in mind this investor has a partner here in Macon who also oversees the construction projects. I’m sure they have some sort of deal where the profits are either split or rolled into the next project.
So, yes there is money to be made flipping homes down here, but it takes some work and knowledge to do it right.
Post: What are the best areas in Georgia to invest? Looking for a fix and flip.

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Quote from @Philip Joseph:
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@Philip Joseph Thank you! Is there a Facebook group to connect with other flippers in that area? Also, what’s the best way to find wholesalers for that market.
yes, there's a macon REI and middle GA REI FB group. Wholesalers post there regularly and lots of contractor recommendations.
Post: What are the best areas in Georgia to invest? Looking for a fix and flip.

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@Philip Joseph Thank you! Is there a Facebook group to connect with other flippers in that area? Also, what’s the best way to find wholesalers for that market.
Post: What are the best areas in Georgia to invest? Looking for a fix and flip.

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@Michael Dumler Thank you! I think that is where I’m struggling…picking a market. I’m in the Cumming area, so I’m most familiar with it. But prices are very high. North Ga the same. If I’m looking for off-market deals, how do I go about that?
Post: What are the best areas in Georgia to invest? Looking for a fix and flip.

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Thank you! If you had to choose Augusta or Athens, which would it be? I’m concerned a home in Augusta might sit on the market longer. But homes there seem underpriced.
Post: What are the best areas in Georgia to invest? Looking for a fix and flip.

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Hi Cody- happy you connected with me.
I’m really looking for a good income. Something that I can profit say $30-50k. Would like to be able to 2 or 3 flips this year. Is that possible?
I also could really use a mentor if you know of anyone. I do architectural drafting and interior design if I can be of assistance to anyone in return.
Thanks!
Post: What are the best areas in Georgia to invest? Looking for a fix and flip.

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Hi All,
A new investor here looking for my first property to flip. I have been looking in Athens, Augusta, Macon, Calhoun and North GA. Would like to stay outside the metro area.
Ideally an area that's growing in population and homes are in the 200-300k range.
Would appreciate any advice.
Thanks!
Post: General Contractor or Architect

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I think you need to find a general contractor first. They should be able to determine load bearing walls, etc so that you know what needs to stay and what can go. Then they can give you a good idea of the renovation costs. An architect will only be able to draw and design floor plans, elevations, etc. They typically don't know about construction costs.
Post: North Georgia STR estimated expenses

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Hi Everyone! Is there anyone here who would be willing to be a mentor? I have some ideas and need to know if I'm on the right track. Would love to speak with a seasoned Airbnb owner.
Thanks!