Using Zillow's data and the same methodology I also get about 2% average using the last 5 years of taxes.

The more neutral team that did a study with a more thorough methodology found a net positive for the economy.

Or some methodology used to charge it back?

Btw, when those investors with millions of dollars realize that you're deciding how to invest their money based on an Internet post, I'm thinking they may have second thoughts...Again, I apologize for the sarcasm, but if you honestly believe there's a simple get-rich-quick methodology to real estate investing, you're in the wrong place...

If values improve great borrow against the asset.The methodology you are attempting to apply you will struggle finding a deal.

Maybe I will rethink my methodology.

While there is literally endless configurations one could use, their is prevailing methodologies as to how to best configure any 1 grouping, and to why do it that way, but as to the exact compilation of the "flowers" into any 1 "vase", the targeted use, conveyance and results will dictate. 

Not following a prescribed qualification methodology can create big problems for you if the prospective tenant you turned down can find someone to take on the case pro bono.

I agree with @Nathan Paisley , that list is too old if leads are already on zillow.I've worked with probate leads and my methodology is as follows:1. 

This post looks at a somewhat newer investment philosophy/methodology, one that a lot of investors (and homeowners) are contemplating or embracing as housing prices and scarcity push some buyers out of the higher-priced city markets.