It sounds like a negative sentiment but I’ve yet to find a recommended contractor where I buy that isn’t booked up for 9 months.

I would like to know before I take the negative sentiment in your message seriously!

I appreciate your sentiments on 5% serving as a bit of a personal benchmark for what's currently acceptable.

Although I've heard the sentiment you expressed before, what is the authority to back that sentiment? 

Great points Joel, I share a lot of those same sentiments...

I know you may have sentimental attachments to your first investment property but borrowing that much from a 401k for repairs can be risky. 

I'll pile on and echo this sentiment. 

I also think Crested Butte has some opportunity with the new builds in town and walkable condos.I echo your sentiments about Tahoe.Others I would add are Big Sky, MT and Sun Valley, ID.Though all of these have seen pretty crazy appreciation the last 5 years, the ski pass consolidation is helping make out of state resorts more appealing to all skiers.

My banker who is very experienced and is slated to be the next president of the bank has the same sentiment.

Many have replied very good encouraging things and I agree with the sentiment of the posts.