Now you get $125k for land and $375k for depreciable improvements.Same data, but 3 very different results for depreciation. $350k, $375k and $450k.

I really like @Michael K Gallagher point about there being a lot of data noise out there.I'd find your specific key metrics that matter most and lean into those.  

Through our co-investing club, we underwrite conservatively, focus on structure and downside protection first, and use shared, real-time analysis to pressure-test every assumption.

I got licensed because I wanted control of my own deals, better data access, and to capture the commission on acquisitions and dispositions.A few things I learned along the way:1.

Last minute cancellation during off-season hurt as there is 99% chance we do not rebook when they cancel 36 hours before check-in.You can test this very easily.

Then, you can find an app that will take the data and allow you to categorize the expenses.

I believe I am facing a common issue of analysis paralysis and am intimidated by the sheer amount of raw data there is to analyze for each market.

What's your go-to method for stress testing deals?

I’ve successfully built a stack that automates the intake and skip-tracing process for approximately $0.15–$0.30 per lead (API costs only).The Strategic Flow:Data Integrity: Using Google Address Autocomplete to ensure zero-error data entry from the start.Instant Valuation: Pulling real-time market data to provide the seller with a custom offer range immediately.Automated Skip Tracing: The system automatically pulls legal owner names, mobile numbers, and emails the second the form is submitted.Remote Management: I manage the entire logic (margins, repair costs, SMS triggers) through a Slack/Telegram integration so I don't need a heavy CRM.I’m currently running this through a Google Sheets backend to keep the tech stack lightweight.I’m curious to hear from the veterans here—at what volume does it make sense to move away from 'all-in-one' platforms and into custom API-driven automation?

Week of January 5, 2026 | Market Snapshot for Real Estate & Mortgage ProsAs we kick off the new year, fresh data confirms two important trends: the job market is quietly cooling, and new home construction is slowing more than expected.