I've only recently started listening to bigger pockets podcasts, and reading about real estate. my vision is the same as most people on here, which is multiple passive income streams, one of them being real estate. it doesn't take a genius to figure out austin real estate has a pretty high barrier entry to market, with a lot of big fish.. that being the case, I'm wondering what would be possible ways to enter the market (eg. foreclosures, gentrifying neighborhoods, off market properties, etc.), and potential strategies to look for and assess these deals.

Teach a man to fish, and all....

Plenty of fish in the sea keep looking till you find the right one.Avoid th ecomplication of having to deal with a co-signer.

There are some judges that will broaden the definition of "appraisal" to allow broker price opinions or even a county appraisal.

So if an individual is ( FISHING ) as I call it then it's a waste of time for me.If I have clients totally committed to me then it makes sense to deploy resources and time.

It may be for bigger fish than us, but worth a shot.Account Closed good thoughts as well. 

LOL - It is just all that nice fresh water running into the ocean must be hurting some saltwater fish or other. ;-)  

We're the location for the upcoming World Equestrian Games, being held at the Tryon International Equestrian Center.You can find great artists in the River Arts District using many different mediums for their expression.We have mountain views, hikes, state/national parks, the French Broad River, Kayaking, Fly Fishing, Mountain Biking, good food, beer, and wine. 

I can't seem to get a sense on if the seller is really motivated or if he or she is just fishing for a higher price.

That other investor I keep mentioning  wants positive cash flow on day one.You might should call the area's properties and act like a renter fishing around to know their price for renting, their floor plan mix, and are there any specials used to increase their occupancy.