i have a full time job that commands most of my bandwidth and I came across Eric Spofford's Section 8 program and I am curious to know if anyone knows anything about it that can shed some light on whether there is any merit going down this road?

I have a 7-minute technical breakdown of how I set up the Slack commands and the offer logic if anyone wants to see the architecture behind it.

Performance is tied directly to a dominant amenity that attracts a specific guest profile and often commands premium ADRs.

Most investors I talk to are paying $500–$1000/month for platforms that are essentially just a 'Pretty UI' wrapped around data you can buy directly for pennies.The Experiment:I wanted to see if I could build a 'Headless' intake system that bypassed the monthly seats and the marked-up skip tracing.By connecting RentCast (for AVM) and BatchData (for identity) directly into a Slack/Telegram command center, I managed to get the raw cost down to $0.15–$0.30 per lead.The Logic:Address entered on landing page.API validates, skip-traces, and pulls 2026 comps instantly.Verified owner phone number pings the investor’s Slack in < 2 seconds.I'm not a wholesaler myself (I'm the guy building the pipes), but I'm curious to hear from the community:As margins get tighter this year, are you guys still okay with the 'Per-User' pricing of standard CRMs, or is there a move toward building custom API stacks to protect your ROI?

This may look like the apocalypse, but if you're an investor with a long-term view, this is precisely the type of Buyers’ Market that creates opportunities:Discounted entry points into condos that once commanded premium prices.Greater upside potential over time as markets recover and fundamentals reassert themselves. . and they will.Less competition from traditional buyers who have been priced out or sidelined.Price corrections reset valuations, enabling acquisitions that position portfolios for future gains when demand normalizes. . .and it will.Today’s condo price declines are are a strategic opening for disciplined buyers to secure assets at historically attractive prices.

When every comp property has the same finishes, cosmetic upgrades stop commanding rent premiums.Rent growth normalization: Markets that experienced double-digit rent growth in 2021-2022 have returned to more sustainable single-digit (or flat) growth, making it harder to justify exit valuations based purely on rent increases.Buyer due diligence evolution: Institutional acquirers are increasingly asking about documented ancillary income streams during due diligence.

In urban environments where vertical construction is required, the homes tend to command a premium because of the flexibility they provide.

I figure it has to be my underwriting, but my underwriting is based on the commandments established by BiggerPockets sponsored bibles.

The asset is distinguished by its 100% "townhouse-style" unit mix (all 2-bed/2-bath two-story units) featuring private backyards and in-unit laundry, amenities that strongly support tenant retention and command premium rents relative to standard apartments.

Buildings with upgraded electrical systems, backup power, and the ability to handle heavy loads are increasingly able to command higher rents and longer lease terms.The bigger takeaway for investors is that industrial real estate is no longer just about size and location.