Many of us had portfolios during the GFC and had no issues (stable or increasing rent and only minor (short-term) declines in value).

My property manager is declining to provide a receipt of the repair that he/she conducted.

But, property in certain specific parts of our country have shown price declines (in real terms, accounting for inflation) over the last 50 years. 

On the rare occasion that we get an urgent call from someone we haven’t gotten to know yet, we politely decline the loan.If you are dealing with borrowers who have been doing this since the crash, then almost certainly, they will have a bankruptcy around 2010 or so.

As a homeowner, I can’t help but feel a bit hopeful that home prices may decline, making it easier for us to purchase additional properties.

He asked for their number to text them which I declined since it isn't mine to give.

Have a family member whose health is rapidly declining.

There will be stagflation MSA's, there will be appreciating MSA's, some declining MSA's and some MSA's that will look a lot like iterations of a crash or collapse. 

Therefore, if the housing market has stagnated or the rental market is in decline, it may be wise to cut your losses and sell the property.

If your area has a good long-term rental outlook and you have the patience to deal with tenant issues, this could be a smart move.I’d lean slightly toward renting unless you’re getting strong signals that property values won’t appreciate or rents may decline.