I do think the massive spikes in value have ended, but we're still severely low on inventory, which will drive a more than usual appreciate rate.

Jim KennedyYou're wrong, it is better to admit it as we all make mistakes instead of digging your heels in.

If the value spikes in an area and you want to sell, you can do it fairly easily and then reinvest your proceeds elsewhere.

We'd prefer to keep them, but the utility spike in Connecticut has been around 15%.

I have to be a realist and say that unprecedented spike in prices (obviously the orange line representing the D-CH MSA) is not sustainable. 

Being precise on that number is less critical if you can weather storms should cap rates spike during your hold period.

I'm a lender in California and rates have spiked dramatically in the past couple of weeks.

I intend for this to be a long hold (ideally) unless we have some nuclear spikes in the next 5.Any input is appreciated - thank you

Having the option to purchase and make those types of returns would drive up the price as it becomes attractive to investors, however if you are on the buy side I would caution you as the last two years have seen spikes in demand due to international travel restrictions.

Electric can also spike in the summer with A/C.