The data isnt perfect is a huge understatement! It is inherently flawed to a significant degree.
Saws and straps to hold patients down were “the best tools available” to surgeons in the 18th Century. Try as you might to crunch numbers, the best information on what is going on will always come from an honest, ethical, well-educated Realtor who understands the local market. Beleive it or not there are a few of us out here.
I can speak the truth without fear of bringing the market down because I have no stake in it. My mortgage is affordable and will always be. I don’t care whether prices go up or down because I’m not going anywhere for at least 20 years. I represent my clients best interests to the best of my abilities every time as if I were representing my mother. If I can’t earn a living doing so, I’ll suck it up and go back to the corporate world to make at least 50% more than I make now.