I am from Spokane Washington, and the real estate prices there are through the roof and make it almost impossible for a new investor to get started.

Get a roof inspection too.

I am not able to take equity out of my condo because it is currently on the blacklist due to HOA fixing the roofing and a Fannie Mae rule stating, if more then 50% of the condos in that community are owned by investors, I may not be able to refi.

So, yes, you can absolutely have a great rental business as an out of state ( and even international ) investor, as long as you have a solid team that are your boots on the ground. 

For a beginning investor, I'd recommend more turnkey properties to get your feet wet while you build trust in your boots on the ground.

It was nice because it had a new roof and some newer updates.

I just completed a second boots-on market tour of TN markets.

“This needs a new roof, the plumbing is outdated, and look at these cracks in the foundation!”

If it is a normal occurrence I would be concerned, connect with local boots on the ground before doing anything out of emotion. 

Check out this site - https://theluxurypergola.com/blogs/louvered-roof-info/hurric...They cover wind resistant pergolas in general but I would make sure whatever you get will be able to stand up to hurricanes that happen there from time to time.