As inventory increases, competition for homes may soften, and could even bring a moderation in sales prices, which, after 114 months of year-over-year gains, would be music to the ears of homebuyers throughout the country.

The other thing is I live in Fort Lauderdale, FL and I've heard wholesaler's in this area say it's better to go out of state to find deals because here in South Florida there's just too much competition. 

Looking to network and meet new people in the industry.

That industry is a printing press for money and I finally got tired of making others rich... really really rich.

Ive been in the travel industry for 15 years but had some bills to pay and waited for income to go up to get to the point im ready. 

-How competitive is our strategy in today's market?

Working in the industry where relationships with all sorts of people is the main aspect is tough for some people. 1st off, I would say, do not beat yourself up for having such a caring personality. 

Look at what your close in competition has done and the rents they get and the type of renter they get.That will give you some guidelines.

I'm excited to be apart of these forums and to have joined the real estate investing industry!

Be prepared for a high-speed buying process in Houston, and many other urban areas thanks to steep market competition.