First Post - What markets are worth investing in in the Southwest?

[Edison Chadwick]

Real estate investor newbie here. I live in CA and am looking to invest out-of-state in a SFH to rent long-term. I've been trying to decide between Henderson NV, Tuscon AZ, Albuquerque NM, and maybe El Paso TX.

I'm interested in Henderson for its proximity and AZ because I have family there, but am hesitant because I've heard that cashflowing properties are non-existent/extremely hard to find. 

Anyone had success in the last 2 years in Southwestern states and what real estate strategies are best suited for the area?