"gig" economy, technology, etc), cost of living especially housing, etc, so it will be interesting to see how those changes manifest themselves the next time the economy and markets are stress tested. 

I work in the field of Information Technology and photography but I hope to become a full-time Real Estate Investor within the next year.

., the bill modernizes the definition of accredited investor so those who do not have a high income or high net worth but do have the education and job experience to evaluate investment risks and merits can participate in the growth of promising companies.

It was amazing to see the history behind the company and how far we have come in technology.

The way I'd analyze that is to say what will a really nice (totally new and modern) 2br unit get me in that area and would I buy a $200,000 home as a rental based on those rental prices?

You can find China already using some interesting technology to lay bricks.

good modern looks, easy install, reasonably priced and as durable or better then anything else 

That is not the reason they are not paying unless they are very elderly and not great with technology.

@Adam Soyak and Account Closed is your guy.Or use the modern technology and work with any of the tax accountants on this forum remotely.

I grew up in the area (Maryland) and attended school in state before moving up to NYC and then SF for work in professional services (consulting, strategy) and technology.