Zillow is nothing more than an automated valuation tool that doesn't rely on any human judgement.

I have bought and sold with contract assignments, it is a tool in a tool box.

I’m trying to find books, resources, online tools, groups, podcasts or people that can help learn the signs of a new area being revitalized.

Takes me a few minutes to get my tool bag from the car..

Or just another tool to be able to add my belt?

Unfortunately, most of the STR tools are more hype than execution.

I have 5k to invest but I don’t know what marketing tools I should invest in and how do I go about knowing if my market is profitable, I would hate to waste time and money in a market that won’t bring in any leads.

They are generally a white 3/4 ton truck with a diesel tank or tool box in the bed, and the companies name on both the doors.

. - in Adwords under Tools & Settings there is Keyword Planner. 

The site has quite a few tools that can be helpful for new members.