As we progress through 2024, commercial real estate shows a mixed landscape influenced by economic factors like inflation and labor market shifts.Office PropertiesThe office sector remains strained, with vacancy rates at a record high of 13.8% in July.

Quick Raleigh Housing Market Update I put together so you can stay in the loop.

Since she's by far my biggest headache her rent in going to market come January. 

New Market Dynamics and Competitive Pricing: With more competition around commission rates, investors might benefit from lower transaction costs in the long term.

If you want to network or ask specific questions about your local market, go to your local real estate forum and connect with investors from your area: https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/86-local-real-estate-networking5.

Before you say 'you should have the money to get into a contract' I normally wouldn't be in this situation but I've just closed on a property that was all cash 2 weeks ago and a friend calls me on a property that's truly an amazing deal that I want to get into contract (has stable tenants renewing contracts above market, I can get for under market).

If you're keeping an eye on the U.S. housing market, you've probably noticed some pretty interesting shifts happening lately.

But I am aware of the marketing behind the leads and understand it to be sound.

Does KC feel like a good market for that, for the people that are there?

I will be making another purchase by June of next year, so there is plenty of time to find my perfect market.