FROM THE EDITOR
Education Propels Success
ne of the greatest equalizers in
truly ”practicing what they preach,” not just talking about doing something they
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the world is a person’s education. As Nelson Mandela said: “Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the
have no experience with. Speaking of education, Think Realty will be back in Houston on March 23-24, focusing on recession-resistant investing. You can make money in any real estate cycle, not just when the market is hot. Join us in Houston, one of the hottest markets for real estate investing, to learn from industry leaders about how they monitor trends and shift their investing strategies. Visit www.thinkrealty.com/houston to see our agenda and speaker lineup. Understanding the implications of legislation is another important area to educate yourself about. What may look like a great deal can go south very quickly if you are unaware of regulations, specifically local regulations that differ from city to city. Check out our Legislative Lookout on page 31, where GRC (Governmental Relations Committee) member Abhi Golhar covers common regulatory pitfalls to be aware of in order to make informed investment decisions. •
world. Education also gives us freedom, opportunity, and hope for the future.” The beautiful part about real estate investing is that achieving success or financial freedom through it does not require formal education. Still, it helps to supplement your understanding of the industry. Although real estate investing does not have a formal track of collegial education, educational opportunities are available. As you consider some of these resources, it’s important to do your due diligence on various “educators” in the investing space. Think Realty prides itself on offering content that is truly intended for you to learn at your own pace and identify areas where you think you can be most successful. Check out our Resident Expert Course Catalog to review the various topics and start learning from those who are
CARMEN FIELDS, MANAGING EDITOR
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