We pay close attention to the market and review market data through Zillow and Craigslist regularly, as in at least four times each year we put together spreadsheets on the competition on a square foot basis. 

@Jay Wang if you look at most of my previous posts about Raleigh/Durham they are data-driven answers, however, in this case, I think a common phrase I hear around town best answers your question about Raleigh vs Austin."

What are the best sources to receive local real estate data I.e( market inventory, average days, median sale price, etc)?

Anyone can wholesale as you know, but what makes a good wholesaler in my opinion is the quality of the numbers and data they supply. 

Ensure they are growing their depth with key management for continuity and that they are staying true to their philosophy and model, which should always remain conservative and tested.

You can buy with blindfolds on and make some great money, but if you want to ensure being successful you need to know enough about real estate so you can tell your broker what is right and what is wrong without having to ask for answers.Put me on your list and when you need help with the math contact me and I will give you my opinions. 

AirDNA is a great data resource but you must also peel the onion.

I think you definitely make a good point about owners having unrealistic expectations and making sure to ensure you discuss these items with the PM beforehand but please try to limit your snark. 

You can also edit the layer to add more data columns like value, taxes, insurance, beds/baths, square feet, notes, or whatever.

Without getting into all the nitty gritty details, I’ve got a lot of data on my tracking spreadsheet that tells me I’m only really collecting about 55 percent of the cash flow I expected for the 4 underperforming units.