Frankly, it strikes me as the most significant migration I've witnessed in my adult life, reminiscent of the Bay Area and even NYC in the the 2.5 decades prior (before I had an income to participate in them :) )In particular, I think that the migration of both business and culture will result in a very sticky mix that may even exceed projected population growth numbers, which are already on track to double over the next 20 years.CapitalOriginally, I was going to invest alone, but I've since joined forces with 2 friends.Together, we're prepared to deploy ~$300k and have discussed raising silent money if the deal(s) justify it.We would certainly prefer to see cashflow, but are fine breaking even for 1-2 years in exchange for what we expect to be obscene growth - 30-40% over the next few years by most accounts.

The culture is definitely different so check out both places and see which one you gravitate towards!

A good company culture and newbie development is what I'm interested in (I just passed the VA real estate exam). 

Initiated as the "Glass City" for our roots in the glass-making industry, Toledo is just a short drive from other major Great Lakes metro areas like Chicago, Cleveland and Detroit, but many residents choose to enjoy the culture and entertainment close to home. 

And if I may *gasp* stereotype, Hispanics usually have a deep family and religion oriented culture; that would further ease my mind about the criminal concerns. 

That may not be a good start with a new company depending on the culture and may be against their policy.You will get intimate knowledge of all aspects of running a property through PM experience.  

We're always looking to bring on good cultural fits.

Freedom to show my children the cultures of the world and to teach them by example the principles of legacy and generosity.  

Mind you Mike & John, the macro factors contributing to this are - the future work (the rise of independent contractors)  - remote work culture- developing communication as well as work tool technologies. - Artist neighborhoods in BK getting pushed out almost all the way out to the borders of Long Island, and the next options become Jersey and Bronx but unfortunately Jersey still has cultural stigma for most arts culture and Bronx has been straddling.

Without getting too heavy into the history, Newburgh is a very interesting case, and one that deserves special consideration beyond the ticker tape of contemporary news stories.