The 2012 Real Estate Market in Metro Atlanta looks very promising. Rates are still low and prices are still at an all time low and leveling. The market is giving us signs that this year is very favorable for you to become a real estate investor.
The following link will take you to an article explaining different real estatement investment options.
http://www.realtor.com/blogs/2011/04/29/real-estate-offers-many-investment-options/
The metro Atlanta area has many opportunities for all these options.