But on the other hand, if the seller wants close to retail, but there are a bunch of major issues, then it's just not going to work as a BRRRR.but i am going to be honest - i think from looking at your other posts that you are trying to BRRRR out of state, and so this question makes me nervous for you. 

To find good LPs, you need about one to two years of brand building to have any credibility in the syndication space if you didn't come to it from another part of the industry.

All younger people should be considering trades right now as that industry will be paying more and more over time.

Now, my focus is on building a strong portfolio, deepening my industry knowledge, and creating generational wealth through strategic investments.Welcome to the area!

Lawton definitely has its reputation, and you're right about the single-industry concern and the high crime perception, which makes it counterintuitive for many investors.

Its as important in my industry (Logistics) as well.

Best of luck, and rental abritrage is a great way to get your feet wet in the industry.

After a few long months we secured a long term retail tenant to call this place home.

Since 1925 though the oil industry has moved on from this area and drilling isn't common here.

The areas you specifically mentioned have seen growth due to those factors (Buckeye - industrial expansion; Surprise - TSMC plant relocated).