My coworkers scoffed at me for moving and investing there in 2009-2012, but because I did that then I can now afford raise my family near the beach.

I am in greater Columbus, and our market it on fire but still very affordable.

I am also a contractor , flippers and investors  CAN  NOT AFFORD ME . 

Personally I only do "real people", because the way I look at it, corporations and banks want the most for the property and can afford to sit on it and my direct mail is focused on people who have a NEED to sell.

Here is what I follow as far as valuations go:  http://forum.mobilehomeuniversity.com/t/what-does-...Did I mention I love negative CAP rates?

We have been one of the most affordable housing marketing in the nation, years running.  

I am expensive , I cant afford myself .

Almost anyone can afford a luxury car. 

You want to make sure they can afford to rent your place.

As a professional, you can't afford to mess up and cross legal issues, be very careful who you get advice from especially at REI meetings.