Ive also noticed a big trend in private lenders originating 2nds and gap funding and whatnot.

Do you have enough time in these that you can show consistent trends in expenses and vacancy rates? 

But on the other hand real estate trends change so slowly, especially migration trends.

This is mainly due to the large amount of inventory and still high prices (though they are trending downwards).

.- Keep an eye on the local market trends.

Leverage Market DataUse data-driven approaches to adjust your offer strategy: Comparative Market Analysis (CMA): Constantly analyze comparable properties in your target area to understand market trends, price points, and days on market.

I would suggest looking up similar rentals in the area to see what the trends are and what features are offered at the price point you are expecting.

Reading up on local job growth or population trends can also give you a good idea of how the market is doing.

Steel site.

@Don KonipolI view these trends as both things that people are participating in AND things that are being done to them.Silicon Valley hires the best and brightest to make phones, social media, games and apps addictive.