Here's why:Affordability: Your $180K-$200K budget works perfectly here, with plenty of single-family homes and duplexes in B or C+ neighborhoods.Cash Flow: Rent-to-price ratios are excellent, with many properties renting for $1,500-$2,000/month.Landlord-Friendly: Oklahoma has straightforward laws that make managing rentals easier.Economic Growth: Both cities have diverse, growing economies, fueling rental demand.Low Taxes: Property taxes and costs are some of the lowest in the country, boosting returns.OKC and Tulsa also have strong investor networks to help you build a boots-on-the-ground team.

@Sushil Iyer I agree with @Travis Timmons that Temple and Belton are generally better pics with a more diverse economy versus Killeen.

It is openly multi national, accepting of diversity, so new people fit in.

Around Gaithersburg, Germantown, Rockville area the houses over there appreciate very nicely and the communities are amazing from what I've seen.Frederick does have alright neighborhoods but they dont align where I want to live, the rental growth is low, the houses do not appreciate that well over there, the areas communities are a bit seperated diversity wise.

Out of the areas in KY that is not one I would have thought would be on most out of state investors radars.I am still in the initial stages of my research, but Owensboro made into the list while choosing candidates based on cities with diverse economy with significant industries for an LTR.

Its like an ecosystem, meaning anyone I need to do a deal, is here in the community (title people, attorneys, brokers, accountants, private money, hard money, etc) The affiliate program is optional.

I joined BiggerPockets specifically to address this and to build relationships with people from diverse backgrounds and locations.

I was also in the military and not a stranger to all kinds of uncomfortable situations, diverse backgrounds of people and how to deal with difficult people in general.

It’s great to have someone with your level of experience and diverse background here.

Its essentially in the longterm best interest of the property owner to ensure there is a non-compete clause in all leases; merely for the benefit of securing longterm relationships with the tenants.A diverse tenant mix can attract a wider audience and contribute to a more vibrant environment.