This, however, will change as Airbnb moves up the value chain and boomers (VRBO stronghold) age and die.

Unfortunately, the Dems and Repubs have a stronghold on the political system.But, really, is there a true difference between the two parties?

One last point: regarding commissions and NAR's "strong hold"... commissions are ALWAYS negotiable.

You should choose a farm using a data-driven approach, which includes:Choosing a farm with a favorable turnover rate (# of houses sold / # number of houses in the farm) (The higher the better - but understand what factors make up this number.The number of agents with a stronghold in that area (usually, if there are 1 or 2 agents dominating - you are going to have a harder time getting traction vs an area where many agents are performing many transactions)How big of a farm can you reasonably touch on an on-going basis (too many, and you won't be able to afford or have enough time to market, too few and you aren't casting a big enough net)Where is the market headed, directionally, in your farm - farm in the path of progressBy the way, this is where having a Title Rep will come in handy because they have the data you need to perform this analysis. 

It's also folded, re-opened, expanded, and contracted a million times.Compare this to the MLS -- the MLS struggled mightily before finally getting a stronghold and creating markets in towns that wanted them.

The issue is strategized people have a strong hold on Long Island.

If something goes wrong, you've invested "extra/saved" money not "desperately need to eat money"I wouldn't go to college just to go to college - while I don't think RE investing is inaccessible, I just think its a difficult path to jump into without some financial stronghold behind you.

Time to people in NY, CA and other liberal strongholds to VOTE with their feet! 

If the demand is strong, hold your ground, otherwise, you may consider a discount to fill the place.

The hotel industry has a stronghold here and, as a result, locations where it is permitted are limited.  2.