Wondering what consensus is among investors here regarding various online tools and resources for market research, both local and national? I know about Crime Reports. Recently discovered Neighborhoodscout dot com, it...

This next year will be my first time purchasing out of state, and another investor recommended city-data.com for gathering data for my analyses.  The problem is that many of the dates are from 2017.  This seems pretty...

Morning All, 
I read a lot about virtual and long-distance investing but I know all markets aren't equal. What do you recommend are great ways to research a market? Website, BP (of course), government directories? I'...

Here is a new article out today, Dec 6, in regard to some places to look for foreclosure properties. Enjoy. Here's a look at 12 housing markets where foreclosure filings are surging. The October foreclosure data, from...

Can somebody please tell me where *specifically* to find relevant employment stats when researching a city or area?

I am trying to find data on my home market, Springfield IL. I have been on the US Census website, t...

Hey Guys,

I've been doing research on a new market to invest in and using a lot of free resources - some of which I knew and some I was recommended. I thought it would be great to share these and get some from other ...

there is no “vote” function here. Please comment as 1, 2 or 3, before your detailed answer if any. 1. I self manage my long distance property. 2. I hire property manager to manage the house for me by paying 6%-12%3. O...

I am a currency and commodities trader. I have always relied on visual data in the form of time series charts to make decisions about markets. I am interested in charting local real estate market fluctuations and unde...

Brinkley Arkansas a small town by Little Rock. Looking at a potential flip in the area, would like to talk to someone who's familiar with that market? Currently the number makes sense, but the town has only 3K populat...

When it comes analyzing  the right deal Cash Flow will always be a significant factor. But what about Job growth and population growth. For does who use one or both, can let me know how you analyze the statistics to d...