The file downloads off of the government site as a .txt file.

This is not the first time, and it will not be the last unless those involved speak up and report them until the government has to listen.

Quote from @Brent Morrison: I am a Financial Literacy/Government teacher in Central Ohio but love investing in real estate.Currently own 6 doors across Ohio and Alabama. 

Deal activity fell 3.9% as investors shifted into full "wait-and-see" mode amid policy uncertainty and economic headwinds.The sector breakdown tells a stark story:Retail led declines at -40%Office fell 11.4% (though lending surged 205%)Apartments dropped 9.6% but still topped volume at $9.2BIndustrial bucked the trend, rising 25.7%Investor sentiment reflects this widespread caution: 70% now recommend "hold" strategies—up 14 points from last quarter—while only 23% favor buying and just 7% are selling.

It is a fantastic market to make some lowball offers on listed homes, and the investment off market sector is starting to a big uptick in production. 

Despite Treasury yield volatility throughout 2024, cap rates remained steady with industrial and multifamily sectors even experiencing slight declines.After a 51% drop in transactions during 2023, CRE sales volume rebounded 9% last year — signaling improving investor confidence.The New York City multifamily sector presents a particularly interesting story.

Wake county is an excellent market as a whole and its investment-property sector may be extremely competitive, but is well worth the effort. 

**Charlotte's job market remains strong, with 2.4% unemployment (as of Q2 2025) and booming sectors in tech, healthcare, and logistics.**🔹 Cabarrus County: 28025 (Concord): Home to the Charlotte Motor Speedway, Concord Mills, Eli Lilly, and major Amazon and Red Bull distribution centers. 

They work with a privately owned nonprofit that is doing a ton of work for homeless and veterans without the assistance of government subsidies or grants. 

That predictability is a plus for long-term cash flow planning.Infill Construction Opportunities: Submarkets like Northeast Columbia and Lexington are issuing more permits for small-scale residential construction — ideal for investors targeting build-to-rent strategies.Student + Government Rental Demand: With the University of South Carolina and a concentration of government jobs, Columbia offers a base of steady tenants in neighborhoods like Rosewood, Shandon, and Forest Acres.Landlord-Friendly Environment: Compared to more regulated cities, Columbia’s policies are still relatively favorable to landlords — especially those operating long-term rentals.💡 Investor Takeaway: Columbia may not be a “flashy” market, but it offers what savvy investors often value most: steady cash flow, growth potential in emerging pockets, and manageable entry costs.Anyone here currently investing in Columbia or considering it?