It's funny you say this as 5 years ago there where only very few investors interested in the Toledo market.As inventory has all but dried up nationwide, folks are starting to look elsewhere.And some of those "not so sexy" markets back in the day like Toledo are finally getting a tonne of attention.I caution investors looking at other markets than the Midwest.Prices seem high and deals are very hard to come by.In such instances it's always good to have dry powder ready for when the tide turns.Toledo in my opinion is still a safe bet since I haven't seen it recover anywhere neat to market highs of 2006.Here are some of the key areas that we invest in and where all of our investors are buying:436064360743609436114361243613I'm also attaching screenshots with outlines of the exact location within our target zip codes.As with any investment or business.It always comes down to finding and working with the right people.The market stats/demographics don't work for you.The right people do.I hope the above helps anyone looking to invest in Toledo.Much success to all :) Time sure does fly and markets sure do change lolHere is a bit of an update and screenshots of some decent areas/deals we have been buying in lately.43605 - Outskirts of Birmingham and Oregon offering decent deals for decent buck.

@Michael H. here are some markets where I am seeing some good refinances that cover your 'all-in costs' and even get some cash-out to my clients:o Cincinnati, OHo Birmingham, ALo Indianapolis, INo Memphis, TNo Southhaven, MSo Baltimore, MDo Abilene, TXo Kansas City, MOI've got some points of contact in most of these cities if you are needing someone to speak with in the area.

Purchase price: $75,000 Cash invested: $17,000 4401 41st Pl N, Birmingham, AL 35217My first investment property.

Purchase price: $75,000 Cash invested: $17,000 4401 41st Pl N, Birmingham, AL 35217My first investment property.

Hi @Donte Rome - what I can speak to is that I am closing a lot of deals in the Birmingham area for clients.

I would certainly look at Huntsville or Birmingham but don't know Alabama well enough to want to venture out anywhere else. 

Is anyone familiar with the probate process in Birmingham/Alabama.

I'm a real estate agent in Birmingham, AL.

what is a good data sheet or checklist to use when estimating your rehab? I am about to bid on another site and i want to eatimate accurately.. Do anyone have an excel sheet that they are using?

I think @Sara Eastler and @Jean Nelsen have already given some great answers, and obviously being based in Birmingham, AL, I know that market best.