Which sources/analytics do you use to determine whether a market is a viable location to buy an investment property?

Did you ever consider that pricing is based on analytical factors that are customary in the industry?  

From an analytical standpoint you should think about where you would invest the money for your next deal and then calculate the potential return on that money.

I listened to a BP Podcast featuring a wholesaler @lamar cannon where he talked about how he performed analysis during/within in minutes of a prospect call so if anyone had tips on quick mobile analysis including neighborhood/property class, along with other analytical elements I'd appreciate any tips. 

I'm very analytical and love my lists and plans and details and what not.This is something I definitely came to realize just since posting this, so I appreciate everyone confirming - I will definitely be speaking to both HMLs and refi lenders in advance for preapproval and planning purposes.I do have a realtor (a married couple actually) on my team - both have invested both individually and together.I will definitely be switching 4 and 5 based on a lot of feedback I've been getting.

Also, tune it to the BP market updates given by their data analytics guy Dave Meyer.

There are a few STR analytics websites out there with information on how many days/year rented and average $/night.  

I'm an analytical person, so seeing the numbers really helps me understand.

However, no one has ever been able to direct me to the guidance on prohibited transactions/self dealing in a ROBS setup.Forgive me, I am one of those over analytical types that love to see the source material.   

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