A large governmental influence combined with a corporate effort is a force to give our focus, attention...and possible fear.This should prove to be a fascinating thread. 

I've always been fascinated by real estate  but always thought it was something for people more savvy,  hip, cool, rich, together, smart (I could keep going) than I am  but after stumbling  (by accident ) onto Bigger Pockets and listening to a few of Brandon's podcasts (investing with low/no money down- awesome!)

I am a bit nerdy when it comes to real estate and loans, I am fascinated by it and how it all works along with the history and future of the same.The stark difference between my path and that of street level investors is I am not here moonlighting.  

I've always been fascinated with Architecture and Homes, hince the LOVE for Design!

There are some really interesting economic/finance structural issues that are causing this which I find fascinating but again its cashflow play only. 

You have a fascinating situation. 

The concept of modular homes is fascinating.

The game of real estate is fascinating and limitless which allows anyone with a good work ethic to thrive, which I really enjoy.

@Jo Ballagh Isn't it fascinating to see things like so so GOOD on paper and turn out to be NOT SO GOOD in reality!

It's just really fascinating that the property was relinquished to First NLC 4 years after it went under.