I agree with the sentiment that rent prices are weakening.

No one wants to go through Grandma's musty piles of sentimental crap -- the kids just want to get rid of the place and split the proceeds.

I agree with sentiment that investors care about what you bring to the table.

This sentiment may be different in states with fewer water concerns.

And I'd echo the sentiment on finding a contractor in the summer.

I'm getting mix reactions; however, the sentiment against investing in HOA governed properties is much stronger.

"Live and let live" sentiments are seen as weak and a sign of an "entitled" underclass.

On the other hand, if there were a poorly managed property, given the same NOI, I would be willing to pay a much lower price so the market sentiment aka cap rate would go up. 

As rates climb above 6.5% buying activity tends to dwindle and when rates dip under 6.5% the buyer activity tends to increase (as indicated with mortgage applications as a marker of buyer sentiment whereas purchases would be a more lagging measure).

I've heard similar sentiments from other companies as well.