Rehabbing takes good analytical skills, discipline and good decision-making, but it isn't rocket-science, and can be very profitable, even (and especially) in this market...

Since there are so many ways to invest there could be many answers but all of them will require both people skill and analytical skills.

I am trying to better understand the methodology and analytics used by the appraisers to avoid unfavorable outcomes.

I think its the analytics experience mixed in with the PM background that have really helped me do well in my investing.

A couple of months ago, I struggled with exactly this question and would also love the analytical approach that you seek.

Be analytical and emotionless when it comes to deals.

There comes a point where the money you are making on your portfolio is such that you NEED to stop sweating the small stuff, and as someone that is REALLY analytical I need to keep that from interfering with the day to day operations of my business, especially as I grow.

., people moving to them; companies setting up shop; jobs being created; local economies are strong), compared to the rest of the nation.IMHO, I've got a good team with strong analytical skills, power team connections, and knowledge in a number of vital areas in our choice niche (e.g., syndication, due diligence, property management). 

So I am in it for $51000.People try to be too analytical.

There are also great analytics available for web based advertising, specifically Facebook (person specific) and Google.