The tech and manufacturing sectors have grown by 15% and 12% respectively, complementing the hospitality and medical industries. 

Also, if you are open to other asset classes, you might take a look at small commercial spaces in some of the outlying communities as well as light industrial spaces that need some TLC. 

Other winter weather states I like: Colorado, Utah, Idaho (research this one, many Californians moved there and drove up values, not sure what industries are there to support economic growth).I would be cautious about doing a BRRRR from another country.

Midwest REI is meeting this Thursday from 5:30-7:30 at Industry Brewing in Peoria.  

First I would see if they would qualify for a 121 exclusion.

Even if you use the installment method to defer some of the gain, the exclusion of gain under Section 121 remains available.As for your seller financing question, zero percent seller financing is fine.

Have you ever considered using your skills and industry knowledge to start your own fix and flip projects?

Have you ever considered using your skills and industry knowledge to start your own fix and flip projects?

I like the exclusivity of it and feel I get better deals than those offered by real estate agents.  

If so you could qualify for the 121 exclusion and take the first $250,000 and $500,000 (If Married) of profit tax free, and put it into your next investment property.