They purchase large amounts of data and sometimes get deep discounts and will pass that on to you if you’re able to win friends and influence people. ;)

Arguably no other benefactor in L.A.’s recent memory wielded Broad’s name recognition, clout and influence.

It's a fine line though as some are really sensitive to being pushed or influenced to try and get a higher value, so if you push too much it can back fire and they can bring it in real low.  

How to Win Friends and Influence People - Dale CarnegieIf you read and apply the lessons of this book your networking & communication skills in improve significantly.Example: I met one of my best clients years ago and we were recently talking about the day we met.

@Tom Veit While I know building material costs are through the roof right now I have only seen it be a major influence in my investors decision making when debating on whether or not to develop a new build property.

Rents will influence the value of the property.

That’s the best bet.Thank you Andrew - I understand that various factors influence , I am in the initial stages , So I am looking for general direction . 

And are the rates as exorbitant as HML , I understand various factors will influence but around 5% or around 10% .

How to win friends and influence people by Dale Carnegie20.

Influenced by a relocation from the area due to work.