An appraiser should know the value of LVP over carpet, but make sure you do select a quality LVP and not just the cheapest one available.

I've been interested in buying property in Cle Elum and would probably do some sort of vacation rental.

Sort of a hidden cost, but still a cost to you.

Unless I dedicate 100% to select a city and spend a lot of time building a team I feel that perhaps I should find something drivable.

I would generally stay away from this model - something where maybe they do this through some sort of equity partnership where they are sharing the gains/risk from the deal while you are doing the bulk of the dirty work

I use a sort of sandy tone.

In that case, yes, build a relationship with the gym and refer your guests for all sorts of classes and personal training.  

Nothing is ever truly passive in real estate no matter which property manager you select.

An investor friendly agent can do all sorts of helpful things, like setting you up with a search for properties or connecting you with folks who have recently done deals like the ones you want to do. 6) Consider analyzing a deal or two in your local market, just for practice, with a free use of our Rental Property Calculator (or other calculators).

It's not as if you are going to sue yourself if there's some sort of problem.