But, it is statistically incorrect to say that 8% of real estate transactions do not involve agents.

The statistics are legit.

Realtor.com has a solid crime statistics map that’s helpful as well.  

If statistically people move every few years they dont have the time, knowledge, or connections to complete a transaction themselves.

That is a mega stupid statistic.

My son is very solid in math, but being sophomore in high school any heavy statistical analysis might be beyond him, although he would likely be able to pick it up.

This site may be useful;http://www.relocate.org/view/But I don't know how they come up with their statistics...

This analysis is rough, so there likely isn't anything special about these particular zip codes, but likely here and nearby will be more fertile statistically for 1% houses.If anyone is active in these areas, I'd love to connect and talk about your approach.

You're looking at multi decade investing horizons where the things that matter are local & regional economies, median household incomes, school districts, crime statistics, the competency & business friendliness of local & state governments, etc.

Would love more info on population statistics and economic statistics... as well as any other data people find useful when determining whether an area may be good for flipping.Thank you all so much!