I've been pretty happy with my decision so far...I've experienced a healthy mix of cashflow and appreciation since starting to invest out here. 

With a Gross Rental Income (GRI) of around 60k, it's no surprise that similar condos in the area have the potential for a healthy return on investment.

I've been able to get a healthy combination of both cashflow and appreciation from all my properties after a little TLC.

I've been able to get a healthy combination of both cashflow and appreciation from all my properties after a little TLC.

I've been able to get a healthy combination of both cashflow and appreciation from all my properties after a little TLC.

Quote from @Robert Nguyen: Hello,I was approached with a Off market deal for a small property in Anderson, 2/1 700 sqftThere is a M2M tenant paying a healthy amount in rent, I was going to just pay cash for this place, it is well under 100k.The plan was to collect rent until they decide to move out and then spend a little bit to update/renovate even though it looks pretty good so far, and then flip it for 110-120. 

Meaning 10k turns into 800k by retirement - that is truly powerful stuff.Once you have a good portion in the markets and a healthy savings account then dip your toes into RE!

Edwardsville has a really healthy rental market that always has more renters than inventory, due to the college students. 

Back in our Day 70s 80s .. our normal spread was 4 to 6X of what we paid for it so we could afford a healthy discount and still double our money cash on cash.I still fund land flippers to this day and really enjoy it.. bought one today and got paid off on one today :)  And in a way if you really know what your doing beats buying beat up houses for many folks.

I've been able to get a healthy combination of both cashflow and appreciation from all my properties after a little TLC.