Investors Thoughts !

[Cooper Cheon]

Im from the Southern California area and looking to invest out of state. I'm currently in search for arental property that can cash flow, and is in the price range of $100,000 to $175,000. I've been researching about Tuscaloosa, Alabama. It appears to fit a lot of my criteria.

I would appreciate hearing any thoughts on the cash flow potential in that area. Additionally, if anyone is connected with real estate investors or agents in the region, I would be grateful for any recommendations. Thank you for your insights!

[Travis Biziorek]

Hey Cooper, I know you’re looking at Tuscaloosa, but I’d be remiss if I didn’t plug Detroit given your criteria.

With a $100K-$175K budget and a focus on cash flow, Detroit is one of the few markets where you can still find solid rental properties that cash flow well—especially if you're strategic about neighborhood selection. Rents are strong relative to purchase prices, and if you're considering the BRRRR strategy, there are still opportunities to make it work.

I built a 12-door portfolio in Detroit using BRRRR and have written extensively about the market, including the nuances, challenges, and where I see the best opportunities today. If you want to check out some of my resources, feel free to reach out—I'm happy to share more info!

P.S. I also live in CA but up here on the Central Coast.