Went and viewed about 10 properties, made an offer on one without a buyer's agent, so that the selling agent would double end the deal and they accepted a below ask offer at a time when prices were climbing.How did you finance this deal?

I would generally say no if you don't have a property unless you're looking for peace of mind knowing that you've set your financial life properly. 

It is going to be near impossible to cash flow on a property with 100% financing, especially if that partners rates are above conventional rates.

Quote from @Mitchell Coles: In Ohio, property liens are typically recorded at the county level, making the County Recorder's Office a valuable resource for property research.

At that point you can keep the property in Seattle or Sell it down the road if ever needed.

Quote from @Dawn Harris: We have a STR managed by a property management company.

Then you can read a more in-depth book like The Book On Rental Property Investing by Brandon Turner or The Unofficial Guide to Real Estate Investing by Spencer Strauss.2.

At least comparatively to properties in California, Washington, Montana and Idaho, investors seemingly still get a lot of value for their capital. 

Going to property tours inspired me to obtain my real estate license in the state of Georgia; and look further into property investing and helping others achieve their real estate goals.

What is the point behind having paid off real estate, if you lose it later in life to oppressive taxes?