So the pre-covid era is much different than the post-covid era.

I live in SoCal so if I wanted strong cash flow I would likely have to look out of state.

I can answer your first question: Logan is home to the stunningly beautiful - and extremely popular - Hocking Hills State Park.

After getting the funds letter, which clearly states no appraisal was needed for this property, at the day of the closing, they came back and said no funds will be released until we get an appraisal.

Just like you said at the end of your post. 

I considering buying my first rental property there, and am an out of state investor.

Post your thoughts below 👇👇👇👇

There are people that do flipping in other states while they live in another state from the projects and they are successful, but they have built a team while doing it. 

Good question - when Bigger Pockets leads reach out to us via out of state, we first define your specific goal with the BRRRR and talk through specific cities/areas that could lend itself to accomplishing that goal.

And of course other states are following suit..