Being that RE in these areas is expensive, a rental condo is often the cheapest route to go to acheive this goal.This leads me to purchasing condos in these areas; As it will be a long distance investment this takes some of the concern for property management and maintenance out of the question, and allows for me to throw my condo in the "rental pool".Noticing a negative sentiment about such investments here on BP, I would appreciate for some of you to detail the cons/negtaives of such a strategy (as well as the positives and other advice).

I also believe the general sentiment is that you get the opportunity to walk the house and visually see the square footage, so it’s buyer beware.

Thank you all for the fantastic (and timely) feedback.Really appreciate the references @Anson Young Hope to connect soon at one of the Denver MeetupsI echo your sentiments on appreciation @Jon Holdman .

I really value your sentiments and obviously look to both you and Justin as mentors. 

When indices enter a bear market (a correction that hovers around 20% or more), that’s when we might see sentiment change and housing soften.

As time goes on consumer sentiment will come back around when folks realize there are not going to be any sub 3% owner occ rates and sub 4.5% investor rates .. thats my take on it.

@Trampas Tanklage That's the sentiment I'm getting!

I really appreciate your sentiment. 

Every failure teaches you something and gets you closer to that winning deal.I also agree with this sentiment: My wife believes Wealth: peace of mind and free time to do as you choose.People ask all the time "when can I quit my day job".

My sentiments exactly @Tim G.