Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

Given that you're just starting to learn, I would highly recommend talking to lenders and real estate agents in your area.

I would recommend having an inspection performed.  

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Do you happen to know if they lend in OR or if they don't, can you recommend another lender who might offer the 10% down second home loan product? 

As a brief, useful source of info, I recommend the sections of David Greene's BRRRR book on contractors.

This is what I recommend for you to get started in your real estate journey:1.

Block out any negativity or any recommendations to dissuade you from pursuing this business.

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@Marius FleischerYou will have 50% of people tell you that you should invest there and 50% say otherwise or provide areas they feel are betterEach area has positives and negatives - my recommendation is to visit each of these areas then shortlist them and continue to figure out where to invest