I'm 23 and want to buy first investment property during recession

[Alexis Fox]

I have been reading books/taking online courses in real estate investment and have saved up quite a bit of cash. I want to invest in my first investment property in the downturn due to COVID. I currently live in Baltimore, but am interested in building a portfolio in an out of state market. I have been researching markets such as Nashville and Miami, but would love some recommendations of other cities to look into! Specifically, markets that make for good rentals in landlord friendly states. Also, any recommended learning materials would be great as well. Thank you and be well!