The market supply has had a surplus meaning they are sitting longer and "stockpiling", nothing crazy but it is noticeable in the chart.

Occupancy can be off the charts in places like this because there is so much activity or reasons for people to visit during what would be slow days of the week and off season months. 

Precisely today, I heard a guest in the BP podcast (Episode #956) talking about a really bad experience with a "Subject to" deal.Thanks @JD Martin Generally, yes.

I tend to be analytical, so creating a chart that compares the different options on things like how much capital they generate, interest rates, long term implications (selling vs refi vs helocs), etc. 

Take a look at the first chart below.

Both drywall and paint are very easy in theory/concept, but hard to get right if you don't have precise knowledge of the techniques.

@Travis Bodnar You can look towards new home starts, and home price indexes, for example Accident Maryland https://www.zillow.com/accident-md/home-values/ you also likely want to keep an eye on population data by city, just Google the area, for example "Accident MD population" to get the below population chart.

Just last month, from what I read in the Wall Street Journal, there’s been a growing interest in these more under-the-radar markets.. places like Casper that might not scream top-of-the-charts popularity, but quietly attract buyers who appreciate untapped potential.

As you can see in the charts and we saw decreasing rents from May – Oct while at the same time inventory increased.

@Adam KochThe answer from @Ashish Acharya is more precise.