I have some family up there, love the area, and my market is just absurd. 

Bank of America, Wells Fargo, and Lowes Corporate here in the area are some of the big players that cannot find enough corporate rentals, and are currently paying absurd prices for decent homes on AirBnb and HomeAway that are not even suited to their needs.

Construction Permits: costar keeps tabs on that, but I'm sure their fee is absurd.

False alarm.

@Jay SteevesThere are many people who claim to be able to mentor you, I have been fortunate to have exceptional mentors & discarded the "false prophets" quickly.Best of luck to you, feel the fear and do it anyway, just be armed with knowledge & good sense.

Absolute absurdity.

That is false.

This can be completely false.

I am in the process of starting a rehab and there are a few things in the house that I am debating on, I would appreciate if people can share their thoughts on these1) False ceiling in basement VS dry wall2) Remove of Keep old whole house fan or remove it completely or replace it3) Wooden panels (1/3) in basement wall - remove it  or paint itThanks

Bob's argument for ROE / GRM / IRR is inapplicable to the posters point and question, and the idea that "comps = value" is absurd, as if my neighbors house is overpriced so therefore I am willing to pay the same price.