It always helps to understand supply and demand.A few years ago people in this forum were saying Austin was on a rocket ship to the moon because of all the tech jobs moving in. 

The only time I have been able to find below market deals on MLS was when the local real estate market had cratered and there was tremendous supply and little demand.  

It's a result of supply and demand. 

The broker does this for free because they get to supply the resulting force-placed policy.  

Apartment data is very good for BFR.BTR more resilient to flat rental growth.Fundamentals of BFR are normalizing.Look at supply coming into any market you are developing.Look at yields that are accretive to debt.Investors in 2021 and 2022 looking at just yields and not market value of their assets.

As an owner is it better to a) install mini splits or  b) make renter supply their own air conditioner.

In this kind of setup you don't normally provide other than starter supplies for consumables.

Buy your Own MaterialsThe hot tip for the week is: Buy your materials / supplies, especially for high-priced /large / single items.

Supplies cost around $1000. 

Similarly Market Supply has remained at a more healthy value, but is not indicating any issue or distress of the market.