We should give them the benefit of the doubt considering somewhere along the family line we were all immigrants and these people may just want to have a better life for themselves and their families.With that said, there are a few things to consider:-What market are you in?

It used to be the norm 7-10 years ago in my market, now 15- 20% 

Hello BP fam:I am in the Providence RI market with one deal under my belt.

Denton has suggested shortage of 4000 units right now.Some of these markets like Arlington, Denton and Edinburg have other demand drivers as a backup plan in case students shift to online or move away from going to college.

Indy is up on average 3.7% YoY in median sales price.Inventory on the market has been steadily rising.

@Kyle Fitch  often missing out on a condo is the best thing that can happen to you depending on your market and the project itself. 

and see what skills you might have to add some value as a side hustle.Things started to happen organically as I got more involved in the Chicago real estate market, and I am confident they will for you, too!

So I guess my first question would be for anyone investing in Texas, where are the good markets?  

They should be responsive and communicate clearly, possess a strong understanding of the local market, offer reasonable rates, and support borrowers throughout the process, all while ensuring legal compliance to protect your interests.

Recently, I have shifted my focus towards identifying property flipping opportunities in smaller markets in the SE, and I am enthusiastic about the prospect of forging new professional relationships and connections.