However, I am getting mixed feedback of whether the city is a good place to be investing in since the future is unclear?

If something happens in the future, we could use the insurance to help.Any suggestions would be really appreciated. 

I'm interested in turnkey properties in the future as well to build my portfolio as the cost of some of those cities you mention is significantly lower than our coastal areas.To get to your point it sounds like you need to decide how involved you want to be. 

I look forward to connecting with you in the near future, Happy deal hunting.Originally posted by @Ethan Henning:Welcome @Talos D Farris !

Looking to buy a primary home in the area on the prospect of area developing and also utilizing large lot for expansion/ADUs in the future.

Louis market for fixers being from the area.Excited about the future and looking forward to growing some new networks.

Thank you for sharing that with me :) Good luck with your future endeavors!  

I found some cash flowing properties in Long Beach area which I think has a good upside in the future but the margins are pretty slim and post renovation you would be looking at 750-800k range.From what I've read, OOS is the way to go!

If you continue to purchase for appreciation your money becomes stagnant with no guarantee the economy will allow for this type of appreciation in the future. 

Most likely in the future you will need to sell if not immediately.