Any recommendations for free tools to do market research?

Real estate investment can be incredibly rewarding, between the cashflow, appreciation, and tax benefits, it truly is the greatest wealth creation tool. 

Tools like AirDNA, Mashvisor, or even Airbnb itself can provide insights into guest demographics.

* Finally, could you recommend any valuable tools or learning resources?

Let’s collaborate and share insights...sometimes a simple conversation can spark your next big move. 

Be sure to check out the free tools BP provides to help analyze deals you may have and also market insights.

Plus, professional management companies often have tools and strategies to maximize occupancy and revenue, which can offset their fees.

When evaluating a potential real estate investment, both the Debt Service Coverage Ratio (DSCR) and the 50% Rule can be helpful tools.

Even still, it could be said that I've still lost money due to my time on the tools instead of prospecting as a real estate agent (the cost of lost opportunity).If you can truly do 80%-90% of the work yourself (at acceptable quality levels) and you aren't sacrificing your time where you can get better returns for your efforts, then yes, it can work even up here in Canada.

There are many tools out there.