How to choose an area OOS to invest

[Travis Turner]

Hello.

First post here.

Been watching podcasts and read a few BP books.

Looking to invest OOS in an area with lesser barrier to entry than here on the wedge of the Oregon Coast where 2/1 sfr are $200k+.

Been researching different areas to start narrowing down but unsure how to decide on an area.

These are the areas I have narrowed down

1. Evansville, In.

2. STL

3. Fayetteville, NC

4. Cleveland/Columbus OH.

Interested to hear from others benefits or drawbacks in a particular area.

Mainly focused on COC return and slight appreciation would be nice.

Looking for LTR on a SFR or duplex to start.