Would love an opportunity to pick the brain of someone who is seasoned in the game.

Therefore, your financial freedom hinges on new companies continuously moving into the city, creating replacement jobs.Companies have many options when selecting a location to set up operations.

If you had to pick a market in the PNW to invest in a long-term rental, where would it be?

I was picking his brain about the attitude and culture of the locals towards real estate investing and out of state investors.

Everything would hinge on that. 

You should also pick a market - I think BP has a tool for that.

Picking up flexible part-time jobs to qualify for a mortgage is definitely a smart move, as conventional lenders typically look for consistent W2 income.

The faster you pick it up, the faster money will roll in.

If you live in WA state, would you pick your local WA state market over an out of state rental, and why? 

Piedmont, Dimond District, and Redwood Heights are my picks.