CONTENTS
INSIDE THIS ISSUE
THINK REALTY 8 News & Events
Updates from around the industry.
10 Think Realty Supplier: Motili Expand Your Contractor Network Three powerful investor tricks to know this summer. by Motili INVESTOR STORIES 12 Loan Turned to Own Starting with a VA loan, Eric Upchurch built a real estate portfolio with zero equity. by Jeff Edwards
BUSINESS FUNDAMENTALS 24 How Wholesaling Can Work for You
The first steps to actively invest in real estate in a less active way. by Abhi Golhar
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26 Operation Safety
ON THE COVER
Build profit and reduce potential construction injuries this summer. by BreAnn Stephenson
WHYMORTGAGEAPPLICATIONS HAVETO CHANGE
28 Mind the Gap When shifting from selling to renting, be mindful of a completely different beast — property management. by Chris Ragland 30 "It Depends" Why it's bad policy to say these two scary words in the property management business. Sponsored content provided by Todd J. Ortscheid, National Association of Residential Property Managers ® (NARPM)
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STRATEGY
33 A Legal View
THE RED & BLUE OF TAXES
Tips from an attorney to protect yourself and your investment. by Michael Johnston
States with the highest effective property tax rate.
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