Historically I think a stock market bear lasts around a year on average?

https://www.neighborhoodscout.com/il/peoria/real-estate.I am not picking on Peoria but do believe it has virtually no historical appreciation.  

This caused a historically unique opportunity for investors - they could buy Class A properties and immediately cashflow when renting them out.This couldn't last forever, and it didn't, as excited new investors drove up prices.

As importantly -those that purchased in the past three years (like me) and could qualify at higher rates - will refinance and REDUCE their housing obligations while equity rich owners - sell and reinvest.We expect more of a K-Shaped housing market: Entry level homes will be more competitive as fewer buyers will qualify (or struggle to meet obligations) as valuations climb but at the higher end of the market range - demand for diversification of prime assets will accelerate.Asset prices are all up: equities, precious metals, commodities, crypto and those invested have historical liquidity.

Traditional lenders have their place, but many successful investors use private money as a flexible alternative.Private money lending is essentially relationship-based financing — where individuals or small groups fund deals based on trust, experience, and the property’s potential rather than just credit scores or bank rules.

Historically, an average of 28-30% in recent years would have been considered normal.

Always start by networking, in person, locally and establish real estate relationships.

Historically, they have (used a lot of water), but data centers are changing daily and rapidly," Little said.

You'd be surprised at how many opportunities crop up amongst groups with trusted relationships.

This caused a historically unique opportunity for investors - they could buy Class A properties and immediately cashflow when renting them out.This couldn't last forever, and it didn't, as excited new investors drove up prices.