We've dealt with noise complaints, remodels, HOA issues, etc. remotely. 

Something that cuts through the noise and provides me with the essential metrics necessary to assess the quality of a potential investment quickly and efficiently.I'm open to suggestions and advice from those who have navigated similar paths.

A tenant came out and spit in my face because of all the mess and noise.

Dead bodies > rattle snakes

That was actually the biggest challenge for me...hearing all of this noise from people around me, yet forging forward and pursuing my dreams.

While it might just be my personal bias, moving into a neighborhood with a lot of construction wouldn't appeal to me as a renter as I'd have to deal with disruptions, dirt/mud, noise. 

Don't get caught up in the noise of podcasts or worry about tight margins and budgets.

Excerpt from our rental criteria:RESIDENCE/RENTAL HISTORY1.We will examine the most recent five years of residence history and all legal history.2.Home ownership will be verified through the tax assessors office and/or credit report.3.Rental history will be verified through the property owner and/or rental agent. 4.Rental history reflecting any unpaid past due rent, damages or fees will result in denial.5.Rental history showing excessive property damage, excessive noise, or unruly behavior will result in denial.6.Three or more notices for failure to pay rent and/or to comply with the terms of the rental agreement, within a 12 month period, will result in denial.7.A person with an eviction or unlawful detainer on their record may be approved if full restitution has been made.

Invest consistently over the long run into the market and don't pay attention to the noise like the last few weeks. 

never carpet although if you have a condo/apartment unit, it may be required by the property by;aws to have certain percentage of the unit to be carpeted (the keep the noise down).