Now we have really shifted our focus to growing the lending side i was curious to see if any Tx. based wholesalers needed training/mentoring. 

You bring up a very real and timely point: the rent-vs-buy conversation isn’t as clear-cut as it once was, especially in today’s market with elevated prices and shifting demand.

Insurance costs are also creeping up, especially in high-risk zones, and that’s started to affect my numbers earlier in the process.Buyer preferences seem to be shifting too, more people are asking about smart features or energy-efficient upgrades, even in starter homes.

Let’s talk about how this shift is affecting profitability and how you're making it work! 

I’d suggest shifting your focus to what type of return actually fits your risk profile.

Sounds like a smart shift based on your current position.

A spaghetti system of CSVs, half-duplicated records, missed leads… and hours of manual work that frustruted the hell out of our team.But here’s the move that changed everything:We shifted from chasing lists to building a live monitoring system across high-signal data sources—stuff like tax delinquents, probates, and code violations.Instead of waiting for overpriced third-party lists, we started pulling direct from the county—every week, automatically.No more guessing.

I’ve seen arguments for all three:-Some say tourism boards are shifting focus away from 100% occupancy and pushing for “quality over quantity” (good for locals, maybe bad for investors).

The last thing you want is for the market to dip right before you’re ready to buy, potentially shrinking your buying power.On the other hand, if your timeline is 3 years or more, it’s reasonable to keep a portion of your savings in a taxable brokerage account to benefit from market growth but plan to gradually shift those funds into cash or safer assets as you get closer to purchasing.Key considerations:Real estate transactions move fast, and you’ll need cash available not just for the down payment, but also closing costs, reserves, and early repairs.If you sell appreciated stocks, you could face capital gains tax, especially if held less than a year (short-term capital gains are taxed at your ordinary income rate).You’re on the right path.

How solid is your contingency planning if the market shifts?