No possiblilty of dents if you walk on it.

If this works, you can minimize your vacancy and make a short trip to Scottsdale to inspect the unit when the current tenant moves out and to do a walk-through inspection when the new tenant moves in.There are many companies that offer screening services. 

As long as you have a clear picture of what you are walking into and are comfortable with it, out of state investing works. 

We have walked the property on the outside, but have not been able to see the interior.

I have downtime during my W2 job and someone said that I could qualify for REPS - I spent a lot of hours cleaning out a house to prep for renovation, met the contractor and did walk throughs, went to Home Depot to buy materials, self manage, went out there when the sink was leaking, etc.

A friend of mine is good at walking people thru different investment strategies, especially around marketing and AI.

We walked it with a few different local contractors to get an idea on cost.

I have inherited Money Order tenants, and had a PM who lived in walking distance of one property, who retired a couple years ago. 

With views of the Savannah River, The River Club Golf Course, and within 2 minutes walking to SRP Stadium you'll enjoy the tranquility, location and convenience.

Your chances for success are even better if you find one with a forest or lake view, or easy walk to the clubhouse.