Our pricing projections are based on market trends, historical data, and neighborhood-specific analysis.

After some travel over the past few years, I find myself back in Boston with a job that could shape up to be pretty okay in the long run. 

Sounds like an unreasonable seller and the most likely reason for them not wanting an offer with a financing contingency is the property is in too rough shape to get financing on it (structural damage, fire damage, etc.) or won’t appraise anywhere near asking price.   

We're likely in decent shape the next year or so, but in my mind, inflation will be key to watch. higher inflation will mean higher rates- may be good for property values if the overall economy stays strong, but inflation will likely raise interest rates. 

Hey BP,I'm diving deeper into market research and looking to build a reliable process for identifying market metrics, data, and trends.

The "online leads" trend becomes a vast pool of scams, each one discovering a new and "better" way to find motivated sellers via SEO/Paid adds/Social Media etc, and automatically aims to make a profit from selling those so-called leads.

Unfortunately, based on the Trailing twelve month trends, it is unlikely rent will increase and appreciate asset value. i wouldn't be throwing more money into this deal.

But for someone thinking about scaling and possibly repeating the strategy in multiple markets.. say, Austin or San Antonio-going the investment property route might provide more long-term flexibility.Have you noticed lenders trending toward stricter definitions of “second homes” versus investment properties?

Look at rent growth trends, vacancy rates, and the area’s economic drivers.

As consecutive Mac Conway Award Winners for Excellence recipients, Montgomery is well positioned through their "Imagine a Greater Montgomery" initiative to re-shape the city vision.