Think-Realty-Magazine-November-2018

TABLE OF CONTENTS

INSIDE THIS ISSUE

THINK REALTY 8  News & Events

HOUSING NEWS REPORT 60  Changing Seasons of Opportunity

Updates from around the industry.

"My Take" article from ATTOM Data Solutions. by Jeff Tennyson, CEO, Lima One Capital 63  Neighborhood Monopoly [Infographic] A guide to real estate investing by neighbhood. by ATTOM Data Solutions 64  Top Markets for Movers in Q3 2018 "Data in Action" article by ATTOM Data Solutions. 66  How to Recession-Proof Your Real Estate Business Industry experts share practical steps they’re taking. by Daren Blomquist

10  Insight and Assistance on All Things Rental-Related ApplyConnect provides information for real estate professionals, rental housing legislative updates, industry news, and free resources. 12  Think Realty’s Newest Coach: Clint Coons, Esq. Protecting investors, investments, & capital at every stage. SPECIAL SECTION: POLICY& LEGISLATION 26  Institutional Class-Action Lawsuits Spell Trouble for Individual Landlords Key, consistent landlord practices to protect your portfolio. by Linda Liberatore 30  3 Real Estate-Related Factors that Will Play a Role in the 2018 Midterm Elections On or off the ballot, housing policies change after November. by Carole VanSickle Ellis 34  Did You Thank Your Government Today? [Industry Opinion] Before you write off government as unnecessary, think about the housing market. by Greg Rand 36  A Much-Needed Change in Mortgage Lending Practices [Industry Opinion] It’s time to change or remove the 10-mortgage limit for qualified investors. by Marco Santarelli 28  Our Responsibility to Speak Up for Real Estate [Industry Opinion] Our government wants and needs to hear from investors. by Eddie Wilson

MINDSET 84  Redefine Your Leadership Style Without Losing Your Vision

Difficult changes don’t have to mean leaving your team behind. by Jennifer Jo Cobb

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COVER FEATURE

MARKETING 87  5 Details that Will Make or Break Your Postcard Marketing Campaign It’s the little things that make the biggest difference. 93  Breaking Down the Networking Process to Meet “Big Players” in Real Estate 3 tips for creating productive connections. by Samuel K. Freshman

Clearmark Partners’ CEO, GEORGE KOO identifies opportunities deep in the details.

FORENSIC INVESTING, RISK MANAGEMENT& REAL ESTATE

by Carole VanSickle Ellis :: photos by Rob Tannenbaum

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STRATEGY

MARKET ANALYSIS

DESIGN POINT

NUTS & BOLTS

INVESTOR REVIEW: FINANCIAL EDITION 67  Expert Strategies for Portfolio Profits and Protections Diversify your portfolio like never before.

DESIGNINGOUTSIDE THEBOX

MARKETSPOTLIGHT: GRANDRAPIDS, MICHIGAN Breaking down the data behind "top 10" list praise.

RENOVATIONROCKSTAR: LAYERSOFHISTORY

INNOVATIVEREALESTATE INVESTING An early adopter on staying ahead of the curve.

Using creativity to create returns with HGTV's Anita Cosini.

An incredible backstory built this project.

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