In the summer, the apartment became unbearably hot even after we installed three AC's.  

If there were no deals here, how and why is the market so hot and still going?

Just completed demo of fiberglass shower and tub/shower and replaced with hot mop/tiling for the shower and cast iron/porcelain tub with tiled surround. 

Many agents steer their sellers away from VA buyers (in a multiple offer / hot market situation) because they perceive the VA loan process to be difficult.

Hmmm, guess you didn't notice that @Michael Plaks is an "Enrolled Agent".There are hot dog vendors, there are fast food cooks, there are sit down resaurant cooks and there are fine dining chefs. 

I think you can start at a place like hot pads to see what the listings are being offered for.

The mid-market is pretty hot and affordable if you're looking to invest out of state.

I see a beautiful big house with a great view of the ocean , with a pool and hot tub  for a whole lot of money .

As an Ohio Realtor, I just came by to tell you that a hot spot for investors/ people from all over the world is investing in Ohio.

We are 8 to 9 years into this same question on the forums...that the market is too hot.