I guess I would also be looking for a pattern of resilience and the ability to solve problems.

I like planning classes which is usually in the architecture program so that you learn about growth and to get ahead of the growth patterns within a city.

You will begin to see a pattern here and you will soon learn what finishes are necessary in your market and corner lots on a busy street sell for less :).

If you see a consistent pattern of disappointment, assume that will be your experience too. 

@Ryan Pozzi To quote the book Rich Dad Poor Dad, “If your pattern is to spend everything you get, most likely an increase in cash will just result in an increase in spending.”If extensive saving is a common theme you have picked up on, it’s probably because it’s true.

We realize that there is likely to be increased risk from rising seas and changed weather patterns.  

Study emerging patterns of rent control. 

The last two times feds lowered rates and it worked, now that is already done we are in a wait and see pattern.

I've read interesting studies that point to our population migration patterns pointing to slightly greater persons moving to the area than from it. 

@Lenny Smith you can only make 3 day trades a week before being flagged as a pattern day trader which puts the $25k restriction in place, the account probably lets you open it with as little as $400 but they are expecting you to do buy and hold investing.