I don't personally have any experience with mid-term rentals, but with healthcare being such a large industry here, I imagine you would have success with travel nurses. 

These websites specialize in connecting property owners with travel nurses and corporate housing tenants.In addition to online listings, you could also reach out to local hospitals and healthcare facilities to let them know that you have a condo available for medium term rental.

They then have health care, food, clothing, place to live, possible significant other, car, family, and on and on.

Yes, you'll probably need to work a bit longer, and unless you have alternative healthcare (I get mine through the VA) you'll probably need more than $50k, but it's very doable in a short time frame if you're smart and lucky about it.

@Bruce FaulkPurchase: $80k-$130kRent: $1200-$1500ROI: 10-14%Cash flow: $250-$350/doorAppreciation: Double digit (for the past 10 years, can send data)Location: C+, B- (suburbs and certain markets)We have over a dozen Fortune 500 companies just in Metro Detroit with huge Healthcare, Auto, and mortgage industry National footprints.

It went up to help cover mental healthcare costs for Vietnam vets.

Affordability: Oklahoma offers affordable real estate options, making it easier to acquire properties in the desired price range.2.Rental Demand: OKC has a steady demand for rental properties, particularly in the affordable housing segment, which can ensure a consistent income stream.3.Economic Growth: The state's economy, including sectors like energy, aerospace, and healthcare, contributes to a stable job market, attracting renters and supporting property values.4.Investor-Friendly Environment:Oklahoma's landlord-friendly laws and reasonable property taxes make it favorable for real estate investors.5.

.- Economic Stability: Supported by a stable healthcare sector.- Cash Flow Potential: Often meets the 1% rule, indicating strong cash flow.Columbus:- Growth and Demand: Booming population and tech industry.- Appreciation Potential: Consistent market appreciation.- Rental Market: Low vacancy rate, suggesting high rental demand.- Median Prices: Affordable compared to larger metros.Long-Distance Real Estate InvestingInvesting in properties in the Midwest while living in Los Angeles is feasible with modern technology.

The two main reasons, I believe, are affordability and the healthcare base.

@Andy OkamotoOne cautionary note: if your idea of "cash flow" is $10K in net operating income, $120K before taxes in your pocket every year off your rental property, well, if it happens to you in 10 years, it will be a low-probability event with a lot of lucky breaks and eventually will likely ruin your life when you make a misstep because you assumed your lucky break was the norm.If you're serious about moving out here, at least look at the Pittsburgh area and its proximity to Carnegie Mellon (tech) and UPMC (health care).