NAR pulled their data on ADU valuations yesterday on the premise of the data being old.  

From a real estate standpoint, this is often healthier than boom-and-bust hiring cycles.Regional unemployment remains low at around 4%, which historically supports housing demand, rent stability, and consumer spending.Where the data gets more nuanced is beneath the surface.Unemployment among young adults ages 16–24 has climbed to roughly 10%, the highest level we’ve seen in four to five years.

That realtor will never know the data at the level that STR Search does, but they are part of the process.

I'm into STR investing, and to analyze deals, I use AirBnB and Vrbo real booking data.

Quote from @Joe Daniel: Quote from @Dave Harlan: Quote from @Joe Daniel: Hey Dave, lots of investors build their buyers list by tracking activity from local public records especially recent cash purchases, LLC transfers, and repeat buyers in the county.It helps you identify who’s actually buying right now instead of collecting random emails.If you ever want to talk through ways to source or organize that data efficiently, happy to share what I’ve seen work well for others. 

Almost every other state allows the data to be publicly available online except for Virginia.

Yes i use public data. 

@Leo Parshukov it's NOT the screening app that makes a difference, it's knowing how to interpret the data!

Some of the national data sites have pricing suggestions that run both high and low.

Hey Gia, love this series idea breaking things down for new investors is hugeI'm also based in Columbus and focus on the deal sourcing side, specifically distressed property data (tax delinquent lists, absentee owners, etc).One thing I'd add for new investors working on their buy box: understanding WHERE motivated sellers are is just as important as knowing WHAT you're looking for.