As always, DYOR (Do Your Own Research) The area has a mix of stable, long-term residents and rental demand—especially with Section 8 tenants—but it does vary block-by-block.Key things to consider are Rental Demand, Property Condition and Management (a local property manager can help navigate tenant screening and city requirements)It’s not as bad as the headlines make it seem, but success here depends on buying right and the right property manager.

Do you currently own any rental properties? 

Verifying last 2 years of rental history very important!

I’m currently diving into the world of rental property investing and exploring opportunities in my local market.

. - I work with many vacation rental investors and know one you would likely be happy to chat with you.  

It's hard to find a cash flowing rental in this area, but paying all cash certainly helps!

I am on the board of the RPA (Rental Property Association of Wisconsin, a non-profit) and typically hear if things like this are an issue from our members or attorneys.

While it's user-friendly and fine for selling physical products, its scalability for managing multiple rental properties is limited compared to WordPress.

I volunteer and host an online group for our local chapter of the Real Estate Investors Association (REIA).

The advantage with the bank was minimal closing costs, a good interest rate, and a draw system so I could get funding as I completed each rental unit.