Make Better Decisions Using Neighborhood Info | PREI 035
Mar 3, 2016
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Dr. Andrew Schiller, Founder and CEO of Location, Inc., discusses the critical role of neighborhood data in real estate investing. He emphasizes the importance of analyzing local demographics, crime statistics, and school quality to make informed decisions. The conversation dives into the impact of job growth and gentrification on housing dynamics. Schiller shares insights on using NeighborhoodScout for uncovering hidden opportunities and understanding tenant demand, all vital for optimizing investment strategies.
Understanding neighborhood characteristics, including demographics and crime rates, is vital for making informed real estate investment decisions.
Proximity to central business districts significantly influences property value trends and rental demand, proving more predictive than school quality alone.
Deep dives
The Significance of Neighborhood Data in Real Estate Investment
Understanding the characteristics of a neighborhood is crucial when making real estate investment decisions. Investors often overlook the neighborhood aspect, focusing primarily on the property itself, yet demographics, crime rates, schools, and homeownership statistics significantly impact property values. Valuable insights can be drawn from metrics such as the percentage of owner-occupied homes and educational attainment in the area. Tools like NeighborhoodScout.com provide comprehensive access to such data, enabling investors to make informed choices tailored to their investment goals.
The Role of Proximity to Employment Centers
Proximity to central business districts is a key factor influencing real estate value trends. Research indicates that neighborhoods near major employment centers tend to experience quicker and more substantial value recoveries after downturns, distinguishing this factor as a more significant predictor than school quality alone. Furthermore, access to high-paying jobs is vital for sustaining rental values and ensuring long-term demand for real estate in those areas. Investors should consider the balance between desirable employment locations and affordable properties to optimize their investment strategies.
The Importance of Predictive Analytics and Data Sources
The collection and analysis of data at granular levels allow for better investment forecasting and decision-making. NeighborhoodScout.com utilizes over 18,000 data sources, including government databases, to provide updated information on crime, demographics, and market trends. Predictive modeling fills in the gaps where direct data may be lacking, offering insights into future trends and neighborhood changes. As investment landscapes evolve, understanding these predictive analytics will help investors navigate potential risks and opportunities in real estate.
Evaluating School Quality and Demographic Trends
School quality significantly shapes neighborhood appeal, affecting both home values and rental demand. However, ratings often mislead average potential homeowners or investors unless contextualized within local markets. Evaluating school performance within a local spectrum rather than against national averages offers more actionable insights. Additionally, demographic trends, including population stability and educational attainment, can inform investors about the long-term viability of rental markets and the type of tenants attracted to particular neighborhoods.
It’s not enough to analyze a property, or even the overall market. The neighborhood surrounding your property is permanently attached and important to consider when investing in rental properties. You want to make sure that you understand where you’re investing and that it fits your goals and investment criteria.
On this episode we talk to Dr. Andrew Schiller. Dr. Schiller is the Founder, CEO and Chief Scientist of Location, Inc. He is responsible for inventing the search and neighborhood matching algorithms that powers www.NeighborhoodScout.com.
This is an episode you’ll want to listen to twice.
If you missed last week’s episode, be sure to listen to Market Spotlight: Investing in Indianapolis. Enjoy the show!
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