Here are the main economic drivers happening in Downtown or North Everett where we invest right now:The comprehensive growth plan for Everett, WA (https://everettwa.gov/1395/2035-Comprehensive-Plan) has lofty goals of increase the population of Everett by 61,000 people from 2015-2035.

Even after the zoning changes the economics of bringing in used homes is expensive compared to home already in place.  

Business plan that requires selling at a higher price - our portfolio's are setup to be strong and diverse to economic conditions.

Looking for fast DOM, good economic indicators, and average sales price under 200k.  

This is good economics and will create dividends and net worth for you.

Certain tasks need to be performed especially in your due diligence and acquisitions.Learning the basics of real estate should open your eyes to  the socio-economic factors of real estate, especially residential, understanding you market, location, zoning, adding value which all ties into marketing to meet socio-economic demands.Most assume someone will want the house, that can bankrupt you.

The economics are fundamentally different now than they were over the previous 5 years.  

Nothing like local investors and your own interpretation of economics to keep a pulse on the market !

I mean, beyond some economics (but I grew up with an economist).  

These people tend to have more discretionary income and assets saved up in an economic downturn.