That sure is a pretty looking bridge, I hope the local people find it to be a very useful thing.

I can put in touch with a couple of local insurance agencies.  

About me, most of my assets are RE but in another market so I would be diversifying in that market.Potential for appreciation is very uncertain: prices have risen a lot locally lately and are as high as they have ever been, and it’s unlikely higher prices would be affordable by locals.

Or his investment/local area. 

Do you rely on inspections, local contractors, the agent, or property managers to get eyes on it?

We put together multifamily deals locally, and also run a monthly meetup group.

And also the local job market.

Your property taxes will also be higher as you can't use the home owner's grant.There might be local RE meet ups in Vancouver area where you can go and listen to what others have to say. 

Perhaps reach out to local agents who work with a lot of buyers in your market and see if any of them need a place to rent while they house shop (inventory is still low).

Have you already started connecting with any local professionals, or are you still searching?