Looking for Markets to Explore

[Saurabh Kukreja]

Hello Folks

I am a newbie to REI and here to learn and start investing. I am trying to learn by watching Brandon and David's podcast and they are awesome!

I want to get my first rental property by end of this year to close 2021 on a good note! 

I started to explore different markets and read some trends in each to narrow down the market that I want to make this deal in. 

Right now I am focussing on Memphis, Jacksonville, Alabama, Akron(OH)

My goal is more inclined towards cash flow so I can build a stream of passive income and obviously I would not mind appreciation. I am planning to buy something around 100-125K ( with 20-30 % down payment) 

Need some advice, if I am looking at the right markets based on my criteria, landlord friendliness?

Should I consider any other markets that can help me achieve what I want?

Please share Which one would you go for?

Thank you