I would recommend looking up Rachel Gainsbrugh- she's a former pharmacist who was able to retire from medicine due to STRs/MTRs, and she teaches others how to do the same.I'd say smart call looking at other markets- choose a market based on its fundamentals, not proximity!

When considering OOS investing, look for markets with strong economic fundamentals, such as job growth, population growth, and low unemployment rates.

Low cost, low appreciation markets seem to greatly simplify the equation of getting to a retirement amount of $4,000 - $5,000 per month.A lot of people here like to not go to the cheapest markets but instead those showing solid fundamentals for appreciation.

You're working the fundamentals of the business.

Indy is not only a good cash flow market but has strong economic and demographic fundamentals such as growing population, jobs and  modern, diverse industry whereas St Louis and Birmingham are pretty stagnant.

I'd look at the city fundamentals more when deciding where you want to go. 

@Scott GallowayFollow the fundamentals.

I recommend setting up a digital filing system to track all expenses, income, and important documents.Effective communication is fundamental.

Excellent point Jake,I've always said that being successful in business isn't really that hard if you understand the fundamentals.

Properties sold to Fundamental Partners for about 12% below foreclosure value.