Building a strong financial foundation will not only help you secure your first property but also provide flexibility for future investments.Next, immerse yourself in learning about the real estate market trends, particularly in the Atlanta and North Georgia areas.

Traditional financing is just too slow for most flips right now.Private lenders who maintain conservative underwriting are still funding strong deals without much slowdown.

Look for cities where rent-to-price ratios are strong and property taxes and insurance costs don’t eat up all your returns.

As I am new to this , I am not particular about what part of real estate I learn, so long as it builds a strong foundation so that I may narrow down what actually fits with what I want my future to look like.

You two are already off to a strong start.

If the deal is strong and there’s a clear, compelling story, you’ll have a much better chance raising LP equity than trying to force leverage the lenders won’t provide.

Even if you’re not in the U.S. yet, this market can work really well with the right team on the ground.A few quick guidelines:South Side:• Generally more stable for new investors• Strong rental demand• Solid cash-flow neighborhoods like Layton Blvd, Burnham Park, Lincoln VillageNorth Side:• Higher cash flow potential but also higher management needs• Only recommended if you have a strong local property manager and contractor• Look for pockets near Sherman Park, Midtown, Old North MilwaukeeIf you want, I can share a more detailed neighborhood breakdown or help you match the right area to your budget and strategy.

I have a strong work ethic and am eager to learn new things.My goal is to build a legacy for my family one day.

I’m flexible on price per door depending on location and condition, though I’m primarily targeting strong cash flow and a 14–16% IRR range over a 5–10 year hold.I’m open to markets like Wylie if the fundamentals support stable long-term growth. 

We've been able to scale to nine units together at 21.