Not to mention the oil and Gas is so volatile (I’m an engineer in the industry) that you really can’t rely on that (for long term rentals). 

Millions of users across the world- It's the industry standard. 

Have access to Newmark Grubb data but this is focused on industrial / commercial properties. 

one thing I've learned is the cheapest price in construction industry is the going out of business rate. 

Knowledge is power when it comes to this industry. 

I am currently a cook in a restaurant and have been in the food and beverage industry for the bulk of my knowledge and experience.

The only ones making any money in that industry are the guys selling the course to hopeful real estate investors.

Yes, but it was so long ago that they may not be in the industry

The important thing to get when looking for an accountant is a firm that already knows your industry and has the capacity to really solve your problems.

Value comes in intangible qualities such as being well connected in the local RE industry to get results, aggressive marketing, and the execution (riding Title Co and Bank's arses to make sure it gets done).