But now again I am curious as to what "on the ground" news is?

Still looking to build my core four to hit the ground running in this promising market!

Rent growth is a function of supply, demand, and interest rates:- I'd ground any forecast by stating I expect national rents to rise on a pace more or less in line with inflation over any long time period. 2-3% per year.

One of the most common mistakes beginners make is jumping into large rehab projects without having a solid team or boots on the ground. 

Warn them that another violation may be grounds for termination.

Waco, Dallas, El Paso, TXIndianapolis, INPittsburg, PALooking to connect with locals who can help build a boots on the ground team as well.

Find something with someone who is boots on the ground, that you have talked to and built trust.

Having read several books on the art of estimating over the years, I have found that most are good for a few tips that can help but for a newcomer to the rehab business can leave them on shaky ground. 

Here is a quick market update on Valdosta, GA and what we are hearing from others with boots on the ground.

Why would someone invest when they can invest in a REIT or other fund where they own shares and thus own the ground behind it.Its like the idea where people want to sell a home but not the ground underneath it and in 30 years take it back but not be responsible for anything during that time (yes you can do this commercially but not residentially).