Sub 2 is a great tool, but having a couple of different tools in your tool belt will help you navigate different scenarios!

Other rust belt cities such as Cleveland and Detroit are likely also good options, but I can't speak from experience on them.All that said, why buy a rental property instead of a primary residence?

I'm particularly passionate about sun belt real estate market, especially mid-Tennessee. 

The IRS statistics are that only a very small percentage of whistle blower reports are actually investigated.  

I’m new to investing and have a flip with a big loss under my belt and am very fearful to pull the trigger again, but know that real estate is the way to freedom.

At that event Bratz won the big belt buckle award and he is a showman I give him that..

If you're an investor with a lot of transactions under your belt, you are probably totally comfortable with the process and don't need one. 

I'm always learning about REI because the more knowledge I have under my belt, the better I can negotiate deals, accurately calculate repair costs and etc.

I am sure others will have different views but I can tell you from 22 years of lending on these assets in the mid west and rust belt.

lol listen fellas, ain't nobody sellin more rust belt rentals than your boy James Wise.