Here's an article discussing this trend to invest in "tertiary markets" because of the challenge of competing with institutional investors in Denver.Traditional way to determine value is using Cap Rate.Cap Rate = Purchase Price/NOINOI is net operating income (costs of expenses, maintenance, etc.)Cap Rates in Denver are around 5-6 depending on opportunity/need for value-add to maximize rents.

As a new investor being strapped for cash seems like a common trend.

I'll add that besides significantly better tax benefits than the S&P, passively investing can offer you: a consistent income stream that isn’t impacted by the ups and downs of the stock market, reduced risk with higher returns (Outperformed the stock market for the past 30 years), you own a real tangible asset (not trading paper for paper) Generates reliable cash dividends of 7 – 10% (paid out monthly in some cases) Once in a lifetime trend creating more renters and driving growth, professional management, Inflation protection, more resilient to market downturns. 

Such as landlord laws, migration trends, taxes, and the bang for my buck.

You need to know what the market demands and what the trends are.

Hi all,Can I get some recommendations on some resources to use for market research, and real estate industry trends to help me find up and coming markets?

It has come to my attention that since April of last year that wealthy investors have been buying up homes with cash in an effort to invest in something that will follow inflation trends.  

Other than cap rates, look at market trends, where are people and companies moving to.

Now were close to a 1% deal in San Diego RIGHT NOW in one of the hottest markets San Diego has ever seen.I know of another deal that is two homes on a lot however is listed on the MLS as a single family home.

Are more states trending toward requiring licenses by the note holder?