http://www.biggerpockets.com/blogs/244/blog_posts/3076-landlord-nation#comments Comments from 'Landlord nation' in Hard Money University at BiggerPockets.com http://www.biggerpockets.com/blogs/244/blog_posts/3076-landlord-nation#c_2801 http://www.biggerpockets.com/blogs/244/blog_posts/3076-landlord-nation#c_2801 Craig - This trend should be interesting to watch. I've already seen several neighbors become landlords . . . they didn't want to sell for the price they'd get, so they decided to rent out their homes. These folks aren't doing the homework needed to gain the knowledge needed to be a successful landlord, and already we're seeing lots of problems. I want to reiterate that NO ONE should become a landlord without fully understanding what they are getting themselves into. Doing so is a recipe for disaster for your peace of mind and wallet! http://www.biggerpockets.com/blogs/244/blog_posts/3076-landlord-nation#c_2802 http://www.biggerpockets.com/blogs/244/blog_posts/3076-landlord-nation#c_2802 I think you're right Josh. I think this trend will continue until the residential market stabilizes enough for people to really know where the market prices should be. Until then, its going to be a little tougher for for flippers and homeowners alike.