I think the statistics of them actually buying are slim to none.

This doesn't have to be a statistical analysis, simply knowing your city, what areas are desirable, the socio-economic aspects of neighborhoods.

I was recently watching a youtube video where a man claimed that statistics showed that 85% of good deals real estate deals came from personal or individual references, due to having buisness popularity or a great network.

For those that can't get into the statistics, I think it's a local decision and based on those increases is what will drive your local market.

Hey @John ArendsenTaking a look at the sales statistics from CAR,  distressed property sales are actually going down, as equity sales accounted for 94% of sales in September and October (Down 3% from 2014)Here is the full write up, if you're interested:http://www.scribd.com/doc/291048108/Distress-Sales-PPT-Oct-2015

Don't let that be a worst case scenario sales pitch, its not meant to be, but its more like an understanding that though you may have rentals that for 20 years have no major problems (for example a new roof), meaning you feel like your cashflow is blowing away any Cap X formulas, with every passing year you are at a statistically increased (compounded) likely-hood that in the ever nearer future you will have to spend 10s of thousands wiping out your cashflow on a new roof (or whatever major problem).  

@Chadarius Woodears - I tip my hat to you for the bold move.

The following report was just released by the Memphis Area Association of Realtors.Please check out the link below for statistics about November 2015 real estate sales in the greater Memphis, TN area.http://maar.org/assets/1151/sales_stats_for_november_2015.pdf

@Andrew Doolittle you can use www.city-data.com to get detailed statistical information on zip codes/markets.

Mathematics and statistics point to a 3-5 year old car as the best investment... and yet there will be loads of successful people on here that have a new car.