Now in an area where growth is exploding it is common to have occupancy rates a little lower as pre-leasing is occurring pre-construction and mid-construction for the projects.The area you are talking about I would want to know from the DOT what the traffic counts have been in the last few years prior and what they are today.

Long story short her tank exploded as a result of her smoking and the house almost burned down.

There aren't many areas of Tacoma that aren't a 10 minute drive from Hilltop.But, from a longer term REI standpoint, it doesn't seem to me that Tacoma is poised to explode - it's an older city and was built out to within an inch of its life long ago.

I have met dozens of investors and my exploded my knowledge of rehabbing and remodeling homes.  

You are in a great area yourself as that 96 corridor from Howell to Brighton is awesome and in the beginning stages of exploding in my opinion.

Also, I purchased in an area that is exploding with growth, and while i didn't buy for the appreciation it should go up in value over the next few years.  

We had it listed for 1250 per month but rented it for 1600 per month to a couple who's house exploded in a gas fire and insurance is paying extra because of the short 6 month lease.

The food/arts/entertainment has also exploded over the past 5 years!  

Denver has been exploding and doesn't cash flow well now.

Our economy and jobs are exploding!