I'm at the beginning of my investment career, fresh out of college and pretty heavy in debt at 7% interest.

It is a better place to invest because of the college and local industry.

They cover west wood and other west side areas but there are certain places they said they would not cover such as college hill.

I'm also from Texas and a realtor here in the Bryan / College Station market. 

I see a lot of good deals around the college and downtown Akron, but I've had some investors worry about the crime in those areas.  

I'm a STR owner / manager located in Texas (Bryan /College Station, TX specifically.) 

Affordable Entry Prices: Both Oklahoma City (OKC) and Tulsa offer properties well below your $200K-$300K range, making it easier to meet your cash flow goals.Landlord-Friendly Laws: Oklahoma is one of the most landlord-friendly states, which simplifies managing your investment and dealing with tenants.Strong Rental Demand: Both OKC and Tulsa have stable rental demand, especially in areas near colleges, hospitals, and growing suburbs.Job & Population Growth: OKC, in particular, has been experiencing job growth in energy, aerospace, and tech industries, contributing to a growing rental market.

They have close family in the area they invest, perhaps even living in the investment property itself like their child who is a college student and rents other rooms in the house to friends, or their sibling or parent.

My truck for college cost $100.3.  

I am also trying to get my investment back so I can pay my Kids college Fee.