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With over 10 years of experience in real estate data, property insights, and market trends, I’ve developed a strong understanding of how accurate, timely data helps investors uncover real opportunities and make informed decisions.I’m here to learn, share insights, and build meaningful connections with others who are serious about growing in real estate.

If you invest in Columbus or have been analyzing deals here recently, what trends are you seeing?

Since I know a lot of folks here invest in South Florida, thought I'd share the key findings:📊 Key Data:- Luxury inventory at 10.2 months (discounts averaging 10%)- Operating costs up significantly: Insurance +29%, Maintenance +24%- Cap rate spread: 4.7% (Brickell) vs 5.3% (Kendall/Doral)- Condo fees up 45% since SB 4-D passedFull report with neighborhood breakdowns: https://thsld.com/miami-property-management-trends-2026What are you seeing in your markets?

The good ones notice right away and feel safer.Community touchpoints: Simple BBQs, pizza nights, or coffee mornings help residents connect and shift the culture fast.Reputation boost: Ask your good tenants for updated reviews—offer small gift cards as a thank you.

IMHO $15 for a book is a steal and I happily pay it, but I will never sign up for their $1,000 course...Highly recommended books, in order of importance:Real Estate Investing For DummiesProperty Management For DummiesABCs of Real Estate InvestmentBuilding Wealth One House At A TimeThe Small and Mighty Real Estate InvestorAs far as real estate data, look at population trends and free real estate reports. 

If anyone has insights on the Albany market, such as trends, potential challenges, or tips for success, I would greatly appreciate your input. 

I run my own brokerage and work hands-on with buyers, sellers, and small investors, so I’m always up for a good conversation about deals, market trends, or creative ways to make a property work harder.Looking forward to networking with you all and contributing where I can!  

Are you seeing the same trends in your market, or is your area behaving differently?

if you want the basics of being a landlord and dealing with teh day to day, they brandon's original book on rental properties was the one that made me realize "oh it is actually just this simple" the numbers in there are likely dated at this point but the principles are the same.most of this industry and world is relationships, and communication, so candidly if you want to be successful spend some time studying how people make decisions and what goes into market trends and manipulation.