Locations to focus on for newbie BRRRR with cash.

[David C.]

Hi, my education is picking up momentum. I want to start looking at potential deals and practicing analysis. I want to test my abilities to seek out my rockstar team and get some leads. BUT what areas should I start in? 

I'm living in Chicago but realize there are cities/ counties / states that might set me up better for cashflow and ROI. Part of me likes the thought of needing to visit warmer parts in the future, but torn with being close to meet people in person, observe, check in. Thoughts? Advice?

If being within driving distance isn't worth sacrificing the better returns, then where would you be looking now for first investment with 100-150k cash seed money? I hear FL, IN, AZ, TX, OH, MO...as hot areas but need to focus even tighter i think, esp. when it comes to seeking out my potential support team.