You can essentially piggyback on the authority of the local news media and publications, and it will demonstrate to your investors that you have your finger on the pulse of the market.Here's some examples for you specifically in regards to Stockton:'Region's Outlook Bright, SJ Leaders Say'"John Solis, director of the San Joaquin Employment and Economic Development Department, said his department is working to ensure many residents stay employed, or find new positions for job seekers.Last year, his department hosted 84 job and resource fairs in an effort to find work for some 31,000 residents.

Our auction is in April and we'll have our fingers crossed till the last bid is made.

Fingers crossed!

Scott, I don't want to point fingers. 

Everything that you need to know is at your finger tip.

Cross your fingers, toes, and eyes for me, that these folks make a good offer.Ofgift

So it's pretty much a "cut off the finger or lose the whole hand" scenario for them.Of course we ARE talking about BofA, so don't expect logic to rule the day when working with them.At the end of the day, the BPO appraisal is the most important piece of the puzzle for the short sale, because that really does determine what price range you'll be able to buy at.

I'm worried that this wouldnt be a good rental -- there are a ton of upgrades in the home - built in movie theatre room, an expensive staircase - just the oils from fingers leave tons of marks, same with all the cabinets.

We say that we're 'wholesaling' to build cash reserves, even though marketing requires money spent over time to be successful (I'm mostly pointing a finger at myself here).Others have some cash but don't have the patience/experience to wait for, create, find, or even recognize a true 'deal.'

(http://www.car.org/newsstand/newsreleases/2012releases/2013forecast).Keep your fingers crossed!