From what I've seen in this area right now, it seems like you'd have a hard time paying market LTR rents and making a good spread. 

I am in the Milwaukee market. 

Here’s our OPINION for the Metro Detroit market (use as a template for your target area!)

The same goes for coastal markets. 

There are always several good growth markets at any given time.

Its set by the market.

What is next is getting back in the market and creating more opportunity for our clients to ride the next market upcycle.

What is the average spread in the market(s) you are in for flips?

I've been wanting to expand out of my market in Iowa, and see that the Winter Haven, Lakeland, Haines City areas are similar to purchase points as my market.

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