If you haven't already, go to yellowletters.com and order @Michael Quarles Fundamentals of Success program.

I always recommend investing in areas with strong underlying fundamentals: jobs, limited housing supply, desirability/ high demand, population growth/ net in-migration, affordability, etc.

But fundamentally, what is being taught is the same.

@Colleen F. it's similar but also fundamentally different in several ways:1) OpenDoor is already charging a higher fee just for "privilege" to sell TO them2) OpenDoor's offer prices are usually lower than market prices3) It can be confusing to both consumers and agents, because OpenDoor is operating similar to a wholesaler in that they claim to close quickly, with cash, and make the sale process easier on the seller.

What are the Las Vegas fundamentals that will maintain the growth of property values and rental rates?

Fundamentally I hate debt so I have an internal struggle with not accelerating debt payments even though I know it may be smarter or more efficient to keep the cash ready for future investments. 

If it passes that and you can make the numbers work, it's a good investment.It comes down to a location test, fundamentally.

What most fail to realize is the STR model is more of a business operation whereas a lender cares about the fundamentals of the real estate.

I will assume that that wasn't the only criteria in picking an investment.I also think we have fundamentally differences.

Hello BP!What are some key indicators that you look for when deciding on a city to invest in? These metrics can be things such as positive population growth, low crime rate, education/school proximity, etc.I appreciat...