I don't know too much about the city though I've been a couple times but it has seen explosive growth in population for as far back as you can see.

Also, I believe the ones who are going big are the ones reaping the rewards of the explosion taking place there.

If you’re only tapping into a few of the features of this powerful and versatile software, get set for a productivity explosion!

George, the number of firms in an industry depends upon the demand for the final "product" (we don't have many typewriter repair shops anymore ... no demand) and the barriers to entry into that industry, either economic (large capital requirements) or regulatory (charter requirement).Generally speaking, as the number of firms decreases, competition also declines and the consumers of that industry's product pay higher prices for lower quantities.I would LOVE to have the only gas station in town and persuade the town council that I alone can safely deliver gasoline without risk of spills or explosions.

Methane is also flammable, and potentially explosive.

Explosions are covered perils and bombs are not excluded, but instances of governmental acts are, but not from the prior use, IMO.

@Steve BabiakHi Steve, I think you are incorrect about the cause for the types of explosions referenced. 

What I've seen is that our active members (forums/blogs) tend to grow a nice readership of their off-site blogs, and those who become our regular contributors to the BiggerPockets Blog tend to see almost explosive growth as a result of their participation here.BP can be an incredible tool for building your readership!

I have seen some explosive relationships result in multiple issues on both sides.

This market is much cheaper than the Austin market and is seeing an explosion in growth as well.