Statistically, real estate sales decline, increasing the likelihood the homeowner you're contacting hasn't had any activity in some time. 

Census.gov, Bureau of Labor Statistics, local Chambers of Commerce, and other online data sources.

I refuse to be a bad statistic in investing, so I want to make informed decisions at every step.

Average income and success statistics for agents are not impressive.

The Warren group also reports state statistics, the difference being they report ALL closed sales which includes those that aren't publicly listed.

Statistically speaking we've seen better returns from SF appreciation in Houston, on a steady basis, than from the stock market. 

Words / Statistics out of China on impact are propaganda, and their actions speak louder than their words.9.

Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Here are some links that may be helpful.The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police website covering Clark County and the City of Las Vegas, has a page where you can search crime statistics.

You wouldn't want to buy into an area that is declining rapidly where the tenant quality is decreasing along with the area.Bureau of Labor Statistics: Current Employment Statistics (CES)The Current Employment Statistics (CES) program produces detailed industry estimates of employment, hours, and earnings of workers on payrolls every month.