Hi Mercedes,I am 24 and in a similar situation of starting out, and am located in the Northeastern part of connecticut near UCONN and Eastern Connecticut State University.  

I still think you can get better returns than eastern MA though but strong research is certainly required.

Based on my initial investigation, I believe that would like to invest in Central &/or Eastern Washington state and, perhaps Northern California (since that is where I currently live - but prices are high). 

For those familiar with the area it's right near Wealthy/Eastern which is a great walkable neighborhood. 

@Nathanael Rojas  Check out Scott Freitag at Eastern Savings Bank.

My credit score fluctuates around 725.Calling around I have found half a dozen banks in my area and North Eastern Wisconsin who will lend on commercial loans with no money down by the buyer.

If you are ever in south eastern Kentucky look me up.

My name is Michael and I'm new to real estate investing in the Eastern NC area, particularly Greenville, NC.

Look up @Matt ReedHe works the Cleveland eastern suburbs and focuses on rehabs and lease-option assignments on pretty houses

I just finished a fairly high level analysis of the region and I am interested in getting feedback on whether it should be considered promising or not (either entirely or the specific neighborhoods) as well as any additional guidance/suggestions that can be offered.My research is as follows:PopulationThe region is located within 300 miles of several large metro-politan areas of the eastern United States, including Pittsburgh, Boston, Baltimore and Washington, D.C. and is particularly accessible to Philadelphia and New York City.