It has made me question how can people live the way they do.

Such a solid investment for any SoCal people looking for some cheap cash flow.

Many people do. 

People might be taking advantage of the rising prices.

If they have an legally binding agreement, you need to honor that agreement and pay the fee.If you failed to mention to the agent that they are going to get paid, and then explained how, of course they won't present the offer.

Think about where those people hang out and network. 

Call me fiercely independent but I don’t want other people arbitrarily telling me what I can and can’t do with my hard earned property.

.🌟 Pro Tip: Next time someone questions your real estate investments, ask them if they'd turn down an opportunity to buy shares in a company that:Pays monthly dividendsLets other people pay off their investmentOffers significant tax advantagesCan be improved to increase returnsCan be bought with 80% financingBecause that's exactly what you're doing with real estate!

People investing in Phoenix are seeking appreciation.

I warn people over and over and over to know what they are buying and to go personally see what they are buying.