I'm guessed by this is a blue rust belt state special

Investment Info:Single-family residence fix & flip investment in Blue Springs.

Illinois, like virtually all deep blue mid-west states, is shedding population, thus you have lower home values relative to cash flow.Two specific factors to consider are if you want to be an active landlord and learn more about real estate by doing? 

I like it, rents are solid meet 50% rule, good blue collar work force (C+ to B-) it's a cash flow market rather than an appreciation. 

Thanks, @Zana Blue.  

Regardless of your politics, red states tend to favor landlords more than blue.

Its in your best interest to review every aspect of services offered on BP from the blogs, podcasts, the forums and don't forget the blue bar atop the screen.

White collar or blue collar, doesn't matter. 

It is very blue collar and the jobs have all dried up.

It will turn blue, like your name did in this post.When someone writes something you like, you can give them a vote for appreciation.Good luck & remember*DFTBA*Don't Forget To Be Awesome