From the market peak in mid-February to March 23rd, apartment REIT stocks fell 40% which is on par with all REITs, so multifamily is in the middle of the sector. 

I've been doing RE on side with my decent corporate job and considering to say 'good bye' to my corporate job.

Gas is usually used for HV and the water heater, gas prices peak around Dec-Feb for the winter and are very low in the summer months.

I don't do month to month especially during peaking moving season.

Retention rates have been climbing steadily over the last five years, though they are very seasonal, peaking in the winter months when cold weather discourages moving.

Banks make a large portion of their money through fees and interest (but more so fee - especially with the secondary markets for mortgages), meaning that I would think they would try to get everyone who had a pulse a loan, making me doubt their process to vet borrowers prior to pulling the full credit report.Tim:The numbers layout like this:Purchase Price: $43,000Rehab: $30,000 - $40,000ARV: $125,000Potential Profit: $30,000 - $45,000All depended upon closing fees, unexpected expenses, etc.The rehab will probably take around 6-8 weeks realistically and (if we get the money fast enough), we are hoping to hit the market during the peak of the season, mid-July area.

If it is in an area where you believe the appreciation rates are close to its peak, then it may be better to sell.

The market is near its peak and there are some very desperate buyers to compete with.Happy Hunting!

For me, the first home wasn't something I could afford to fix up right away so an updated home was definitely a must have and I got lucky with a pretty great view of the Mountains (except the darn neighbors large tree blocking my favorite peak, pikes peak).

California prices are near the peak right now or close to where they were in 06-07.