Also, there are a lot of people who are interested in the minimalist/mountain lifestyle and come to colorado specifically for that purpose.  

In the the meantime I just keep working away like we all do in this business.. its not work its a lifestyle.

Your lifestyle has to be able to withstand this however, relationships dont' often fair well with this model.

More important than what you owe on your current home is why are you moving and what did you pay for it.If you’re moving for a lifestyle upgrade or other non-financial reason go ahead and move.

From my experience, here are the top five areas in Oregon I would focus on for high value, high potential with upside for multi family investment in Oregon:- Eugene/Springfield/Junction City - In my opinion the heart of the State (at least for MFR RE growth and development) Anchored by the University, lifestyle and affordability, in some places it reminds me of Boulder 15 years ago.

We completely renovated it and I can’t imagine living anywhere else.It was one of the best financial and lifestyle decisions I’ve ever made.Renting is almost always better, when you consider every aspect.

If the location fits your lifestyle you will find someone to help you invest either local to where you move or not. 

It's more important to look at your vocation and lifestyle in these situations and work backwards from there. 

It may just be a matter of what kind of lifestyle I'd like... but wondering if there are more lending options to use that equity that I don't know about/creative financing that may make it more interesting to hang on to. 

It may just be a matter of what kind of lifestyle I'd like... but wondering if there are more lending options to use that equity that I don't know about/creative financing that may make it more interesting to hang on to.