Lots of good responses here, but another angle would be further study of your own particular market.What is your competition offering?

A couple of books to consider on the mathematics of real estate investing:"Mastering Real Estate Investment- examples, metrics and case studies" by Frank GallinelliI found this to be very useful"The Real Estate Math Handbook-Simplified solutions for the real estate investor" by Jamaine BurrellA simpler read that covers the basics

For new real estate investors or even for those old seasoned types, where do you get alot of your information to study or stay current?

Can't remember the source, but I recall a study showing gas prices come down for election time.

Andy / We studied the US RE market for 3-years, (lost a small bundle on the DOW in '08 along the way), and then jumped out in late '09.

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I spend a lot of my time these days studying/exploring creative/new ways of doing and perceiving things.

Google the area and study the amenities close by followed by a Google "street view" virtual tour. 3.

Last two times I was there, the music drowned out everything.

You also need to study the rental market as to what fair market rent will be.