Markets Near Madison, Wisconsin

[William Prickett]

Hey BP, 

I will be moving out to Madison in a few weeks and want to start investing, but from my research so far it seems like Madison is not a great market due to high property prices and modest rents. Does anyone have any suggestions for nearby investor-friendly markets? I have done some research into a few areas south of Madison (Janesville, Beloit, Edgarton), but the stagnant population and low industry growth make me nervous. Am I overthinking/have people had success investing in those areas?  Thanks!