But there is a MUCH, MUCH deeper side to this that those who are rich and from the Golden State fail to realize.That cashflow in 'flyover country' is cashflow today.  

If this is your biggest concern at the moment you are golden. :-)

 @Wally Enheim , that feedback is golden.

If they hit 15% cash on cash pre-tax they are golden.

It's the Golden Rule and law of reciprocity!

Then you are golden.

No one has a golden touch.

Sure it may tougher to buy and hold property in the Golden State and make them cash flow UNTIL you learn some advanced techniques BUT If you can master MARKETING and Attracting good quality prospects to come your way there are wonderful Wholesale opportunities where you can work with other seasoned investors and learn as you earn. 

I try and live by the golden rule of treating others how you want to be treated.

(tried to vote you up but my votes aren't working-owell, i guess you have enough influence already) i've learned on here that you don't want to pay for cashflow..you can make any property look like a great investment by buying down the mortgage with a larger downpayment, but you're essentially just paying for cashflow....make sure the property cashflows assuming 100% financing and you'll be golden!!