This potential merger could significantly reshape the U.S. convenience store landscape, continuing the industry’s trend of growth through acquisitions.

They can give you insights on specific neighborhoods and current market trends. 

It is a very volatile industry and its experiencing diverging trends.

Remember to conduct thorough research and consider market trends to make informed decisions.

See discussion here.https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/530/topics/1210625-fed-...10-year will trend up, before down.

Scottsdale has been an amazing base for me - so much outdoor beauty, a thriving community, and, of course, a strong real estate market.Since you’re diving deeper into your Johnson City research, have you started looking at specific properties or just keeping an eye on trends for now?

Cash invested: $40,000 Sale price: $205,000 Strategic Market Pivot: From Long-Term Rental to High-Yield Fix and FlipThis property was strategically transitioned from a single-family long-term rental (LTR) into a fix-and-flip project after analyzing market trends and identifying a pivot that would yield better long-term returns.

If you're financially stable, have an emergency fund, and have a buy [box] get into the trending C class neighborhoods and buy value.

Network with wholesalers, check public records, and use platforms like PropStream or DealMachine to find distressed properties.Be Cautious: Pay attention to permits, inspections, and local market trends—over-improving for the area could hurt your profits.Starting with a solid plan and realistic numbers will set you up for success.

In addition, a trend has started in some cities (i.e Lisbon) to incentivise owners to move their Airbnbs to the long term.If you would like to do a market analysis on the short term rentals, I can send you some links of tools that are helpful (i.e Airdna) where you can check occupancy rates, average rates, etc.- long term: there is a shortage of properties in almost all cities and in some cases and that has contributed to an increase of rents and prices in double digits in some cases. i.e Mafra 10% rent increases last year and Setubal +15% price increase.