Exploring Current Trends – What's Catching Your Attention Lately?

[Kristina Kyle]

Hey everyone! New here :)

As the Marketing Coordinator at Rental Property Owners Association (RPOA) of Kent County (Grand Rapids, Michigan), I like staying tuned into discussions about the trends shaping the real estate investing industry. It's interesting to see how the market evolves and what factors cause those changes, and there's so much real-world perspective I can gain from this community.

I wanted to kick off a conversation about the latest trends you've been noticing. Are there any strategies, niches, or market shifts that have caught your attention recently? Whether it's the rise of a new investment model, the impact of technology (AI is on everyone's mind now, right?), or changes in buyer behavior – let me know!

Personally, I've been intrigued by the Airbnb/short-term rental 'downfall'. What are your thoughts on this, and do you see similar trends in your local markets? A good chunk of our membership is solely focused on this niche so any info I can glean and bring back to the table is super helpful.

I'm also curious about how investors are navigating this high-interest, low supply market.

Feel free to share your insights, predictions, or even any cautionary tales, etc.

Thanks in advance! I'm looking forward to hearing your perspectives!

[Travis Biziorek]

The biggest trend I'm seeing is a shift in sentiment in the Detroit market from a "cash flow" play to appreciation. 

I have dozens of calls with investors each week and the conversation has completely changed from the ones I was having even just a handful of months ago.

It makes sense... I've seen this coming since 2019. But it's cool and notable to see this shift.