You definitely got to be careful chasing cash flow.

So if higher quality homes, I guess using a realtor is the alternative)I will stick to the fundamental in investment, for instance, investing in stocks i prefer to evaluate the fundamental of companies instead of chasing the most popular or heated stocks for long term success.

I'm talking about being a part of the deal flow on a regular basis with all or most of the players in the marketplace?  

How did I come up with this company: During my research phase on real estate investments I have found an article in the "Personal Real Estate Investor" Magazine about the Top 50 Award Winning Players in Real Estate.

Value and price is about  chase flow vs expenses. 

First, I'm sure there are major players, apartment owners in that area, so I suggest staying under the radar as you investigate the market and situation, as I said, these situations are political, don't make waves until you can make a splash, if that's the direction you want to go

There are some big players out there that are doing some grand things. 

You also have to be careful when chasing appreciation.

I recently read a book that talked about fortune building, and history has shown that emerging big players, along with more an d more competitors entering  a market, leads to  shrinking profit margins and impedes growth.

You could chase wholesale deals for two years if your market has very little depressed housing inventory and very well known rehabbers, you'll likely fail if your market doesn't support the strategy.