Meaning you can spend the time traveling to the market(As we did for 18 Months once per quarter) or you can seek a reputable operator in the market you want to invest in and leverage their team. 

But with the recent change to depreciation rules on overseas properties, perhaps Japan is worth exploring again.Sorry I don't have much to add, but I've been following this conversation for the past couple of days and figured I'd say "Hello!"

If you need any contacts that would travel to do the work feel free to DM me.

Now as a frequent traveler often to mountains, I always book hot tubs. 

Absolutely - East Hill is a really popular area for traveling heath care professionals, as well as military on short term TDY orders who are looking for furnished stays.Keys to success for my condo have been keeping the furniture fresh, and not looking like every other listing out there.

I’m also interested in the Louisville market - given the SF Bay Area (where I live) is too pricey for a newbie like me to start off in - and I travel to Louisville several times a year for work.

Appreciation is unlikely, and selling later may be tough.Challenges of an Out-of-Area RentalLess control over tenants & maintenance.Emergency costs (travel, major repairs).Harder to sell if the area declines further.Better Approach?

Traveling to other states isn’t an issue for me. 

But if you plan to travel back and forth, just make sure you that the people you have working on your property are highly reputable and trustworthy. 

We’re considering reaching out to local hospitals to offer it as housing for travel nurses and doctors, but we’d love to hear any advice or suggestions on the best approach this?