Why some of us moved out of or are not putting a lot of capital to work in the 'big 4' (Triangle, Charlotte, Asheville, Wilmington) areas at this point in the cycle... 

Reference: http://www.ncdoj.gov/News-and-Alerts/News-Releases-and-Advisories/Press-Releases/AG-Cooper-unravels-Triangle-real-estate-bid-riggin.aspxThe state Real Estate Commission permantently revoked the licenses of those brokers involved.

That said, if you are looking for another Texas market to invest in, stay in the "Golden Triangle" (San Antonio to Austin to Dallas to Houston).

If you were to draw a triangle bordered by 288 and 45 and go south to 610 (3rd ward) I think this will put you in a better place.

I'll give you the best summary of the Triangle I can:1.

Would you guys agree that :1. North Boylan, Eastside of Warehouse District, Battery Heights, and Quarry Hill are the worst parts in Releigh ? Should 27610 and 27601 zip code be avoided in Releigh?2. is the 27514 the w...

You're right, having the right contacts is crucial to be in this Triangle market, especially in Chapel Hill and even Raleigh.

Treia which stands for triangle real estate investing association should work.

Anyone familiar with current apartment and condo development markets in the Research Triangle area?

Like many, I humbly want to learn all I can about real estate investment and hope to build wealth over time.I moved to the Triangle area a few years back and completed my Masters of Public Administration from the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill.