A couple of thoughts specific to condo investing:1) Be sure to include the condo fees into your cashflow analysis, and budget for potential assessments as projected capital expenses2) Make sure the condo association is solvent - a good litmus test is whether or not the units are approved for FHA financing3) Make sure the condo association rules/regs allow for rentalsGood luck!

Despite some complaints about pricing, Area15 is seen as a testing ground for immersive entertainment across the U.S., with international expansion plans on the horizon.

The same will hold true in any market you examine I am just using my own market to drive home this point. 

a simple drive by would have probably shown the property was in the HOOD..

I never stop driving for dollars.  

Did you complete any moisture tests to confirm there's no mold growth?

@Wayne KingI have not used them, although I've heard of them a few years ago.However, if you are still on the fence after finding someone who used them - Buy a few leads—start with a small test amount—and assess their quality for yourself.

I enjoy real estate the drive and the rush for me is closing deals finding them and helping others accomplish the same.

This has been court tested by over 40 years of case law. 

Just wade in, figure it out, test it out.