I have no doubt the trend would continue....

I don't have much to add, however my only thoughts are to possibly consult with a Realtor to get advice on market trends, CMA's, average time on market, and just to be safe rental trends as well.

A recent trend out here is for Inspectors is to provide Sewer Scoping as an up-sell, which opens them up to more liability.

Is that figure trending upward or downward? 

Let them know your parameters and ask them for data when they pitch a property to you - neighborhood trends, income, crime, etc.

Any thoughts on the pricing trend (impact of oil price), "temporary" strategy or introductions from other folks in Houston would be much appreciated.Many thanks,Trevor

The flipping heat has passed and now on the down trend while facing inflation and extreme low rental yield made me feel to get out of this country.

You are privey to market information and trends.

I was noticing a trend here and your post hit the nail on the head.

Then pull up city data and see where the trend is going to head in the next 10-30 years if you plan to hold.If you are buying to live in, then make sure you can afford the payments and the price is historically low for that area.