For the 10 year period spanning November 2014-2024, single-family prices in Austin nearly doubled, yielding an annualized appreciation rate of ~9% in that period.With inflation nearing its 2% target and signs of a slowing labor market, The Federal Reserve recently made its third cut to the federal funds rate since the start of the COVID pandemic.

What are the best resources / tools to get connected/educated on this type of asset?

@Jonathan Klemm is also a good local resource who is active on here.

We’re open to offering a consulting fee or hiring for this expertise.Any advice, resources, or referrals are greatly appreciated!

Any tips on targeted marketing, effective lead generation, or even some "outside-the-box" tactics?

Sometimes they’ve got resources or connections that could help speed things up.What’s your biggest concern going into the hearing?

As large investors entered the market to acquire single family houses, our margins were squeezed and we ultimately could not maintain our target investor returns as the market totally changed.

It’s also a good idea to network with local investors—there are groups and meetups where you can connect with people who can share their experiences and give you the lay of the land.If you want to chat more about Memphis or need help finding local resources, don’t hesitate to reach out.

I've done quite a few 1031's and each time I had my three targets already picked which means they were less than two weeks from being signed when I closed on my downleg. 

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