Same with NOAA weather pattern predictions.

I would also request their crime stats and break-in occurances of all properties in their care for the last couple years, at least, to check for patterns.  

The increase in interest rates follows a similar pattern as the one seen between 2004-07, however I believe that there is one major difference that makes today's market less likely to see a similar surge in delinquencies: a lower % of variable rate mortgages (Figure 2).

Countertops in a class B, Will the rent suffer, or will there be added time on market if you go with a standard in stock pattern Formica versus stone.

Plenty of opportunities to house hack nearby I'm sure.Third, if you want to invest out of state for sure, research the economics and growth patterns of each area.

What makes this particular property special is that it is in DC, which is a very expensive market by the way, and it has high end finish such as custom cabinets, marble counter top & hardwood floors throughout.

Here in Phoenix, we are experiencing a steady pattern of appreciation in the overall market as is the case with many other U.S. real estate markets.

Need a supplier of  budget priced kitchen cabinets and marble countertops.

I'm looking to do some statistical computing to analyze pricing patterns, demand metrics, bubble risk, etc.Most of the data sets I see out there are either limited in observation or are just downright messy.

You are not going to put in a farm sink and marble if you're no where near a farm and your neighborhood is filled with Millenials.