Real Estate Portfolio

$3M+ in Residential
Real Estate

Luxury residential renovation and repositioning across metro Atlanta. From entry-level flips to ground-up new construction to estate-scale transformations — managing end-to-end execution from acquisition through stabilization.

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$3M+
Acquired Real Estate
3
Projects Completed
17,000+
SF Renovated
17 / 14.5
Total Beds / Baths
Project 01 — Entry-Level Renovation

Starter Home Flip

Smyrna, GA · 4 BD / 3 BA · 2,726 SF

Entry-level renovation — renovated exterior at twilight

1962 Brick Ranch, Gutted & Rebuilt

Smyrna, GA · 0.17 Acres

$245K
Purchase Price
$70K
Renovation
$650K
Bank Valuation
$475K
Bank Refinance

Purchased a neglected 1962 brick ranch for $245K and invested $70K in a full gut renovation — new framing, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC throughout. Rebuilt as a modern open-concept home featuring a large great room with painted exposed beams and a whitewashed brick fireplace, updated kitchen with white shaker cabinetry and island, dark-stained hardwood floors throughout, marble-look tile bathrooms with herringbone accents, barn door details, and french doors to the backyard. Bank valued at $650K; refinanced at $475K.

Before & After
Before Exterior before — brick ranch being reframed, windows removed
After Exterior after — painted gray brick, blue door, landscaping
Exterior — from an active construction site with exposed framing and removed windows to a fully renovated painted brick ranch with new landscaping and a bold blue entry door.
Before Great room before — gutted, exposed beams, brick wall, tile floor
After Great room after — painted white brick fireplace, exposed beams, hardwood
Great Room — stripped to the bones with exposed brick and ceiling joists; rebuilt with whitewashed brick fireplace, painted beams, dark-stained hardwood, and modern ceiling fans.
Before Interior before — gutted to studs, exposed insulation
After Living room after — hardwood floors, white walls, blue door
Living Room — from exposed studs and insulation to a clean, bright living space with hardwood floors, fresh paint, and new windows throughout.
Before Interior before — new stud walls being framed, worker on ladder
After Bathroom after — marble tile shower, herringbone floor, white vanity
Bathroom — framed from scratch; finished with marble-look porcelain tile, herringbone floor accent, modern vanity, and walk-in shower with built-in niche.
Before Exterior before — dumpsters, exposed dirt, construction
After Backyard after — large deck, raised garden beds, green lawn
Backyard — cleared construction debris and bare dirt; built a new rear deck, raised garden beds, and established full landscaping.
Before — Renovation in Progress
Hardwood flooring being installed over blue underlayment
Open plan kitchen — white shaker cabinets, island, hardwood Great room with barn door to laundry, stainless washer/dryer Room with french doors to backyard, painted beams, hardwood
Project 02 — Ground-Up New Construction

Fire Damage to Luxury Rebuild

Sugar Hill, GA · 6 BD / 4 BA · 5,444 SF · 1.26 Acres

New construction — completed modern farmhouse exterior

From Ashes to Modern Farmhouse

Sugar Hill, GA · 1.26 Acres

$450K
Ground-Up Rebuild
$825K
Sale Price
5,444 SF
Finished Area
6 / 4
Beds / Baths

Acquired a fire-damaged property on 1.26 acres, demolished the destroyed structure, and executed a $450K brand-new ground-up rebuild as a modern farmhouse with cedar shake gable accents, 3-car garage, and walk-out basement. Interior features include a double-height foyer with curved staircase and horizontal iron railing, vaulted ceilings with exposed beams, wide-plank hardwood throughout, and a spa-caliber primary suite with freestanding tub, dual vanities, and glass rain shower. Sold for $825K.

Before & After
Before Fire-damaged staircase interior
After Rebuilt foyer with curved staircase and geometric chandelier
Foyer & Staircase — from a fire-gutted shell with burned walls and exposed structure to a double-height entry with curved staircase, iron railing, and geometric pendant lighting.
Before Rear exterior during demolition — stucco structure being torn apart
After Rear exterior after — white siding, screened porches, deck
Rear Exterior — demolished the fire-damaged stucco structure and rebuilt with white siding, screened porches, elevated deck, and fresh sod.
Before Front exterior before — framing and sheathing
After Completed front exterior — modern farmhouse
Front Exterior — from bare framing and OSB sheathing to a modern farmhouse with cedar shake gables, board-and-batten siding, and a circular driveway with crushed stone feature.
Before Fire-damaged kitchen — gutted, water damage
After Open living with curved staircase, beam, sconces
Interior — from a fire-gutted kitchen with collapsed ceilings to an open-concept living space with vaulted ceilings, exposed beam, modern sconces, and sightline through to the new kitchen.
Before Demolition of the original structure
After Primary bathroom — freestanding tub, dual dark vanities
Demolition to Luxury — excavator tearing down the original structure; the finished home features a spa-caliber primary bath with freestanding tub, dual vanities, and vaulted ceiling.
Staged foyer with curved staircase, plants, furniture Staged living room — sectional, geometric rug Primary bathroom — glass shower and freestanding tub Rear exterior with sun flare, screened porch
Project 03 — Luxury Estate Renovation

A 1986 Estate, Reimagined

Johns Creek, GA · 7 BD / 7.5 BA · 9,116 SF · 1.2 Acres

Luxury estate renovation — renovated exterior

$1.4M Gut Renovation

Johns Creek, GA · Prestwick · 1.2 Acres

$875K
Purchase Price
$500K
Renovation
$1.97M
Bank Valuation
$1.45M
Sale Price

Purchased a dated three-level European Traditional estate on over an acre in one of Johns Creek's most prestigious neighborhoods and executed a comprehensive gut renovation. Every surface was rethought — wood paneling, dated tile, and carpet stripped out; replaced with a modern minimalist palette of matte porcelain, wide-plank flooring, and clean architectural lines. $500K renovation investment with a $1.97M bank valuation.

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Featured by Floor & Decor

This renovation was selected for Floor & Decor's Real People, Real Projects video series, showcasing the transformation from dated 1980s interiors to a modern minimalist home. The feature highlights material selections including Bellevue matte porcelain, Andover white polished porcelain on the fireplace, XL porcelain slab accents in the primary suite, and natural black stone tile at the wet bar.

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Before & After
Before Exterior before renovation
After Exterior after renovation
Exterior — new landscaping, repainted facade, modern lighting, and reimagined driveway approach.
Before Living room before — wood paneling and parquet
After Living room after — modern open plan
Great Room — removed floor-to-ceiling wood paneling and parquet; opened to vaulted ceilings with polished porcelain fireplace surround and wide-plank floors.
Before Kitchen before — dated tile and wallpaper
After Kitchen after — modern dark cabinetry
Kitchen — gutted green wallpaper and white tile; installed matte dark cabinetry, waterfall island, statement lighting, and floor-to-ceiling windows.
Before Foyer before — dated finishes
After Wet bar after — arched entry with black stone
Foyer & Bar — replaced dated marble foyer and finishes with a modern arched wet bar featuring natural black stone tile and brass hardware.
Before Stairway before — plaid carpet, dark wood
After Basement after — modern entertainment space
Lower Level — stripped plaid carpet and dark wood trim; finished basement with coffered beams, kitchenette, and entertainment space.
Before Bathroom before — green wallpaper, tile being demolished
After Primary bathroom after — freestanding tub, glass shower, brass fixtures
Primary Bath — demolished green wallpaper and dated tile; rebuilt as a spa-grade suite with freestanding tub, frameless glass rain shower, and brushed brass fixtures.
Before Room before — carpet, wood built-ins, exposed beams
After Dining room after — virtually staged, wide-plank floors
Dining Room — removed carpet, wood built-ins, and dated fixtures; replaced with wide-plank hardwood, recessed LED tray ceiling, and modern bay window seating.
Before Room before — chandelier, wallpaper, exposed framing
After Primary vanity after — dual vessel sinks, backlit mirror, brass hardware
Primary Suite — gutted to framing; finished with marble-top dual vanity, vessel sinks, backlit mirror, and brass accents throughout.
Before — Full Renovation Scope
Kitchen before — green wallpaper, white tile, skylight Great room before — vaulted wood beams, stone fireplace, wood paneling Great room before — wood paneling, built-in entertainment center Room before — exposed beams, rustic wood walls Room being gutted — exposed studs and framing
Secondary bathroom Interior detail Interior detail
How I Operate

End-to-End Execution

Acquisition & Underwriting

Source off-market and distressed residential assets. Evaluate deals on basis, renovation cost, ARV, and exit strategy before committing capital.

Capital Deployment

Structure and deploy renovation budgets from $70K entry-level remodels to $500K+ luxury gut renovations. Manage draw schedules, vendor payments, and cost control throughout.

Design & Material Direction

Lead design decisions from floorplan reconfiguration through finish selection — aligning aesthetic choices with target buyer profile and price point.

Project & Vendor Management

Coordinate GCs, subs, and specialty trades across concurrent projects. Manage scope, timelines, permitting, and quality control from demo through CO.

Repositioning & Stabilization

Transform distressed or dated assets into market-ready homes that appraise, sell, or refinance at target valuations. Three projects, three successful exits.

Exit Execution

Navigate sale, refinance, and hold strategies based on market conditions. Manage listing prep, staging, appraisals, and lender coordination through closing.

Jonathan Fienemann
About

Jonathan Fienemann

Atlanta-based real estate investor focused on residential acquisition, renovation, and repositioning. From entry-level flips to luxury estate transformations, I operate end-to-end — sourcing deals, deploying capital, directing design, and executing exits.

Three projects. $3M+ acquired. Every one delivered on-budget and on-strategy.

Get in Touch @jfinmann