Like most markets, there is a growing trend in the area due to affordability and increasing more things to do. 

Real estate has always been in the back of my mind as a way to increase our wealth and provide for our family.

The article is based on # of sales, not price increase or decrease.

We all know 'housing affordability' is one of the hottest political topics as of late but I'm not seeing any commitments to increase inventory. 

Pretty incredible how rapid the demand has increased in the past 12 months especially. 

@Jordan Meltzer unless you find a screaming deal - a Class A property won't cashflow for 3-5 years.Class B: 1-3 years.Class C: most investors don't properly understand the risks, so should stay away from them.So, you may need to deal with negative cashflow, but plan on appreciation increasing your wealth.

That said, weigh the cost of renovations against the potential increase in appraisal.

Though I expect that to increase in the future when more ADUs are constructed.

You can find SF properties that already have in law suites, garage units, etc, and now legally rent those, so it should increase the appraised value significantly.

Something that is increasingly important to those clients is being cash flow positive from day 1 and this is what we deliver.