- Totally get where you're coming from—I've seen some wild decisions made on "gut" alone, and the fallout isn't pretty.
- At the same time, I think there's something to be said for a balance. Numbers are my go-to, but sometimes the data just doesn't tell the whole story, especially in high-end real estate where trends can shift fast.
- Had a situation last year: all the comps pointed one way, but my experience told me something was off about a particular property. Dug deeper and found a hidden issue with zoning that wasn’t obvious in the spreadsheets... Saved a client a headache.
- Guess what I'm saying is, your approach makes sense—lead with data, let instincts flag things for a second look. That combo's saved me more than once.
- End of the day, neither side is foolproof. But yeah, relying solely on gut? That's asking for trouble, especially when big money's involved.