There is a bit of fluctuation and back-and-forth in the ensuing weeks of January, but for the most part 2018 was a stronger year than 2017.This wasn’t particularly the case for occupancy rates. 2018 underperformed in the occupancy rate category for practically the entire holiday season and well into the month of January.Missed Opportunities: Difference Between Listed Prices and Booked PricesA final interesting metric to consider is the difference between the listed price and the booked price — in effect, the metric measuring host ambition.

Aside from the general questions above, if anyone has more specific knowledge around the keys, specifically Marathon and the advantages of having a stilted home vs concrete build vs modular vs ground level, how that effects insurance rates, financing etc would be greatly appreciated. 

As them how you can improve your situation and what things are effecting you from getting pre-qualified for more.

Incentives are effective.

Will effects trickle down to the rest of Colorado Springs?

I35 has been a major use corridor for a long time (connecting RR to Austin) while 183 north of Austin has been effectively a country road (connecting 183 to Austin) until the last 4-5 years. 183 has been significantly improved and the metrorail coming in from Leader/CP makes it easier for folks to commute from the NW side of Austin.

No matter the industry, behind every successful business, there's is a proven effective system.  

Increasing rent by $50 per unit over three units has a greater effect on cash flow than a $25 grand difference in the price.

A flip can take three to four months when you're doing a cosmetic flip (new kitchen, new floors, new roof...etc).As for finding a competent contractor you simply have to interview them and see who actually takes notes, is reliable, gives suggestions, makes suggestions on how to find much more cost-effective finishes and does not over-charge then they're a good contractor but that contractor already has a ton of business.

Maybe if someone could walk me through what I need to do to be ready to buy if a recession was to occur and credit tightens (which is a cause and effect of recessionary pressures).My goal is buy during this type of period and I understand that could be difficult as lending practices change during hard times.