(This is in the Southeast part of the country.)Market FundamentalsPopulation Growth: 1.8%Median Household Income: $77,573Wage/Income Growth: 7.3%Unemployment Rate: 4.2%Job Growth: 2.7% (slight decline last 2 yrs)Home Ownership Rate: 59%Median Age:  35Employers are stables between Health, Tech., National Retailers & Shipping Companies, local schools and BankingCrime is 1.06 Violent Crimes & 9.82 for Property CrimesSchools are on average 6/7 out of 10. 

The Roth IRA itself shelters the investment from taxes, so while you lose direct tax deductions, your profits grow tax-free and can be withdrawn tax-free in retirement.

I’ve seen investors spread too thin by picking up multiple inexpensive properties in less desirable neighborhoods, only to be hit with constant maintenance issues and tenant turnover.That said, there are still opportunities in the Midwest where you can find properties in stable, growing areas.

Big thoughts are I'm 43 and can retire from my W2 career (Middle school principal) in 10 years, and I want my investments ready and waiting on me then.

Owning two less expensive homes for long-term rentals offers diversification and stable cash flow, but may also generate lower monthly cash flow and property quality issues.

Stable Market:While we don’t see the same wild appreciation as some hotter markets, the steady demand for rental properties, especially multi-family, makes for reliable income and decent returns.Tips for Out-of-State Investing:- Build a Reliable Team:Property management is key if you’re not local.

@Kent KettellWe have been using loan to cost funding our deals the past three years, with community and credit unions, and the refinancing once stable to agency.we are able to get 80% of the rehab built into the loan, and it has allowed us to come up with less.

I am ready to retire and looking to invest again to occupy my time when I retire.

Specifically, I'm looking to use their Self-Directed IRA tool in effort to start investing in real state after retirement; Lord willing 2027. 

The data is clear:  Stable, B class investing of quality assets, professionally managed makes investors rich through equity.