BernadineAirDNA is good for uncovering general patterns (eg, which seasons have higher demand, which parts of the area have higher demand).

I personally am in a holding pattern and am paying off debt to get into a more defensive position. 

If five kids are running around in shoes, you could easily see wear patterns after two years.

You will find patterns and get a feel for what different grades of finishes rent for.

Particularly in Palm Springs, you can see the checkerboard pattern of the way the reservations were established.

It is ok if the decks in the air, but when they sit right at the ground, that can create water issues multiple ways.In my primary residence I would do colored concrete with stamped pattern.

If you see a consistent pattern of disappointment, assume that will be your experience too. 

I would just try to not let this become a habit or a pattern. 

Though I agree on the whole it sort of seems like an unethical pattern.

If so, the number will change slightly each month but follow predictable patterns.