@Mark Ostertag this is latest update from local expertise property manager and investor:This is serious - This is no JokeWELL, it happened, even with intense lobby at Albany and it was done practically stealth style!

As more families move outside the district's boundaries, we’re taking the appropriate steps to mitigate this trend,” he said.

I had a chance to buy quite a bit of real estate right on bay but population and job trends are just so bad.

I was curious to see if anyone else has seen the same trend in activity on the lending/brokering side. 

I would start by looking at the macro market's fundamentals, that is the population, job and income growth over time.After that, I would look to see what the rents and home prices are and how those are trending as well.I would do a similar analysis, but at the sub-market level for the metro area you are considering investing in.

Then why is it such a trending format in the real estate trade right now?

Unfortunately I am unable to use the home style loan program to complete the renovation to my liking because of this.

If you get a second, can you let me know what trends you notice in your property acquisition timing?

I agree with your assessment about positive employment trends.

It should be a distinct life-style changer...i.e., syndication.