It's been the pursuit of mom & pop investors that got priced out of Raleigh, and they're propping up the rental market with no support from the industry demand, population growth, or anything in between.

I may sell one of my industrial properties too.

Usually found within a niche - like industrial property reuse outside of Pittsburgh, or shopping center conversion to self storage.  

There is a huge difference between the single family and commercial insurance industries. 

It's disheartening and sad that they all give such a horrible representation to our industry.  

New to industry so sorry for nube question but what prevents a buyer from going over your head and getting info on property and speaking directly to your seller about a deal? 

I've been in the commercial valuation industry for the past 5 years appraising office, industrial, and multifamily buildings nationally for institutional investors.

Continuous learning is essential, and networking plays a crucial role in this industry.

Perhaps one day when I know more industry professionals those deals might make sense, but for me, avoiding a big project with uncertain timelines and budgets was a huge victory.

The lack of communication from poor agents or PM's is nothing new in this industry.