I'm sure some will disagree as there seems to be a growing sentiment that the only people you want to talk to are the ones who are desperate to sell NOW.

My sentiments exactly.

@Zack Davis - your sentiment about lack of good deals is exactly how people become motivated to overpay and regret later.

However, I believe most will echo my sentiment in that we invest in real estate for one major reason over any other asset class: control.As for me, I enjoy being able to put my own money (and the money of others) to work, and being in complete control of my investment, instead of blindly throwing money at a CEO and praying that he does something good with it.Real estate requires work, as does anything else.

The husband has some sentimental value in the home.

@Marcus Brown Those were my sentiments in a nutshell.

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The more unemployment rates drop in Phoenix the more you'll be able to advertise higher rental rates and still get calls.Now there are many other factors you want to pay attention to as well, such as positive/negative changes in your neighborhood, your competition, and the general sentiment in your part of Phoenix.If you're feeling the need for more income, please open yourself up to the idea that you may be able to help your tenants cooperate and reduce their individual expenses.

While I agree with your sentiments regarding sleeping well at night because I helped this person, it’s never a good idea to lie in business, especially to a borrower.

I share your sentiments.