While predicting future gentrification can be speculative. 

Technological advancements are reshaping the real estate industry for investors in various ways:Data Analytics: Advanced tools offer insights into market trends and investment opportunities, aiding informed decision-making and risk assessment.Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR): Remote property exploration with virtual tours saves time and resources, attracting potential buyers or tenants and expediting transactions.Blockchain: Secure transactions via smart contracts reduce intermediaries, costs, and fraud risks in property dealings.Online Platforms and Marketplaces: Digital platforms broaden access to properties, investment options, and real-time market data, enhancing efficiency and transparency.Artificial Intelligence (AI): AI algorithms predict market trends, identify investment opportunities, and personalize recommendations based on investor preferences.Internet of Things (IoT): IoT devices provide real-time data on property performance, enabling cost reduction, efficiency improvements, and better tenant satisfaction.Crowdfunding Platforms: Real estate crowdfunding democratizes investment access, allowing smaller investors to participate in projects previously out of reach.In summary, embracing these innovations enhances efficiency, transparency, and accessibility in real estate investment, enabling investors to capitalize on emerging opportunities and stay competitive in the market.Thanks!

People talk about the Real Estate market like the stock market.

And to your other question why -  I've some money invested in Stocks and about $150K sitting around and want to diversify investment portfolio.

This is what I did with my stocks portfolio.

Anyone that says the market won't slow/reverse is ignoring history and you can say the same about people who always say the stock market goes up and so does bitcoin.

Paying down a loan at 7% is a better deal than stocking away the extra cash every month in an account earning 5%.... 

My concerns are genuine in that I think flipping is a great way to upgrade Americas dilapidated housing stock and make money.

You can:Go to other markets, or;Find motivated sellers or;Adjust your financial criteria to reflect market forces (either directly or through using some value-add approach after purchase), or;Hold off expansion of your empire until the Gods (market forces) see things your way, or;Pack it in and play the stock market.BTW, drop the "two months" self-imposed deadline: You will wind up doing a deal for the sake of doing a deal, trying to convince yourself it is "good'" not because it actually is "good."

You can't add value to your crypto.You probably don't even know what your 401k is invested into (or, if you even SUPPORT the companies you're investing in.)You can't add value to your Apple stock or Meta stock.But you CAN buy a great property, fix it up, solve the problems, and INCREASE the value (and cash flow.)