Some lender sellers have started the trend they won't pay a commission to a buyer who is a licensee.I like the accessibility to the houses I have as an agent.

As far as reading material...the real estate market is always changing so BP is a great place to stay up to date on current market trends.  

I have a duplex in arguably the hottest area of Nashville, TN for the last 3-4 years.

Everyone expects the laundry facility to be covered by rent, so it's not going to work.Besides just water, you also need a dedicated water heater for it, you can't teed off the hot water from a unit, because then that tenant is paying for the electric or gas to heat the water used by everyone.I am not sure it's cost effective, and even if it is, I believe the trend is towards more all inclusive in general. 

Yeah, sad story, I'm thinking that local economic trends, employment, crimes and stuff should have some sort of "SMS alert" type of product to tell you, Hey, it's time to get out, things are going downhill fast :D. 

That of course is only 1 Strategy and usually takes up to 2yrs to accomplish.NOTE: It is important to note that Industry Average CAP Rates change quarterly, so one has to always have their research updated each quarter to stay on top of market trends.

Knows all the market trends and is very informed in all the deals going on in the area.

Anyone know where I can find information on sales trends in that area?

Will definitely keep watching the trends in the area.

I design the house with trends that they are naturally going to like.