This is generally a low cash flow market due to the low risk being so close to the nation's capital, however strategic buyers that enter sub-markets of D.C. that is set for massive growth will be able to take advantage of future rent growth to evolve into a heavy cash flowing property over time, as well as home price appreciation as the area continues its trend of high buyer demand.If you'd like more information on any of these submarkets within Alexandria or would like to learn more about investing in the D.C.

The greatest profits are in properties that can be repositioned to a higher and better use, or appreciate the highest over time, or will throw off a TRUE cash flow of 20% per annum on total investment (cash + debt + capital investment). 

I'm not factoring in a percent for vacancy, repairs or capital expenses.

Little Rock and OKC are the capitals of each state so there's a ton of government jobs that provide a strong level of security because we all know those jobs aren't going anywhere.

.: If you were to have 60K capital ready to deploy and wanted to get into STR where would you look for properties?

One that I know of is Meg Stafford at Dreamy Capital.

@Gina Weibel, I am curious what your questions are about raising capital.  

(The other scammers are from posts here on Bigger Pockets from people with similar situations as mine) McMann Commercial Lending, Walter Trock & Michael LanzaGenie Investments - David Hughes and Mike ConnerSilversky capital out of Lubbock, TX.Jerry Yang and Guatam ShahSmartZip - Smart ZipAmerican Money Loan ServicesTom Vanderlaan.FLIP AND FAST LOANS LLC.Also read this post.

They are heavily capitalized and ready to do the work to find the right deal and work with local & reputable agents.

But I believe is morally wrong and against capitalism to put this kind of restriction just my personal opinion.