Favorable Legal Framework for Foreign InvestorsGermany offers a straightforward and investor-friendly property market, with laws that protect the rights of both local and international investors.

A landlord friendly state won't save you from a bad deal.Not trying to be discouraging, just realistic. 

I am looking for a solid real estate agent and eventually will need a home inspector, possible property manager/etc. in regards to the process.I have a few family friends which I am blessed to have mentored me the past few years in this field and I am determined/diligent to learn and grow. 

I would advise finding an investor friendly realtor when you choose a market.

I grew up in North Florida so I have a lot of family, friends and business contacts in that area.  

Lastly, the barrier to being a successful landlord is getting slightly more difficult (still not wildly difficult) year over year due to tenant friendly legislation being passed.

We certainly haven't ruled out investing in Wisconsin, but we have friends and family that live in both CLE and CBUS, so we travel to those markets fairly often.

I also knew Cook County was not in a landlord friendly area.

You've demonstrated success on your current duplex, so friends/family may be excitted to join in on the next.Congrats on the success so far,-Steve

I plan on getting a property every year until I retire if I can find a good deal that cash flows positively.I have a very close friend whose stationed in Columbus GA whose a real estate investor and owns rentals there!