I purchased a 2-unit last year that has appreciated tremendously. 

If it's different than what the seller is advertising/renting, that could be a tremendous negotiation point.I would bet there is a lot of mismanagement here, which makes me think this might be an opportunity.

Having the numbers and explanation of all the moving parts would be tremendously helpful to give a better informed response. 

Prices as you go further north though drop significantly and who knows if this metroplex continues to grow as it has been, that the homes further out will appreciate tremendously.

This is tremendous advice!

This is one of the hardest aspects to investing out of town or out of state, as you will be placing a tremendous amount of trust in your team and this isn’t built overnight.

But I look around my neighborhood (issaquah) and seattle in general and feel I am missing out on this tremendous growth.

This area is in central Florida and the development over the past 5 years has been tremendous, both with home and job growth.

TJ Young with BHG Young and Company helped me tremendously and he understands the needs of an investor, as he also invests.

You will be able to tell a tremendous amount about the company and how they operate with one simple phone call.