Will riverside continue to build keeping inventory steady and will people need to commute in traffic to get to work? 

It is a lot of work and I understand you want to "pour some gas on the fire" but likely you will just be setting cash on fire.Hey Andrew, I just spoke with Vintory yesterday about a potential inventory growth program.

Right now, we’re seeing a slight increase in inventory and some corrections in rents, which could create opportunities—but achieving solid cash flow on a condo can still be challenging.Getting pre-approved is a great first step to narrow down your options and focus on locations that make sense for your goals.

The pre-date was to discourage further unpermitted units be added to the inventory.  

. - you have dozens of local agents who can market the property for you and bring you a buyer- you are listing in a desirable area with low-inventory - you are not in a rush to sell

then manage them remotely.you also noted you want an STR, which is going to shrink the inventory that is viable for you and also increase the amount of competition you have.you may want to read these threads:https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/12/topics/1215726-break...https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/48/topics/1159104-overl...https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/963/topics/1195280-expe...https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/48/topics/1160450-run-i...https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/48/topics/1137397-balti...i invest in Pittsburgh, and I would tell you: DON'T invest in Pittsburgh unless you're willing to come here in person and build your network. 

I was told by an agent Knoxville new build don't sell to investor because of limited inventory. 

Plaintiff's attorneys normally cast a wide net to start to take inventory of what insurance may be available and the property owner is the easiest to identify since deeds are public.

Fundamentals change neighborhood to neighborhood (i.e. appreciation potential), inventory/absorption issues may exist, rogue city council members and/or registered community organizations can make neighborhoods less appealing with little oversight which impacts value and marketability.

Here is south Florida the market is so competitive prices are going up so fast with low inventory.