Think-Realty-Magazine-September-October-2019

CONTENTS

INSIDE THIS ISSUE

THINK REALTY 8  News & Events

46  Look to Probate

Finding the best real estate leads for rehabbing homes. Sponsored content by Kristine Gentry, U.S. Probate Leads 48  To Regulate or Not? Regulations in the vacation rental industry raise the bar on short-term stays. by Elizabeth Maora Sickels 50  Become the Bank TM Sponsored content by Ray Urrutia, Pull the Trigger Enterprises 52  Cryptocurrency: A New Asset How this new way of moving money can smooth your real estate investing. by Steve Streetman 56  The 9 Laws of Renovating Apartments Being mindful in multifamily investing pays off. by Nathan Tabor 58  Four Focus Points Key resources to help new investors from being nervous. by Michael Zuber 61  Investing in Vacation Rental Properties Sponsored content by Ben Fertig, Constructive Loans 62  Land: The Real Resource Why lots are the overlooked gem in REI. by Joe Boston 65  Sponsored Content: Investor Review Education Edition DESIGN POINT 81 Renovation Rockstar A partnership can be worth thousands in the flipping business. by Editorial Staff 88 Trends in Design Designer tips include new and revisiting trends to spruce up any space. by Lorraine Beato MARKET & TRENDS 90 Local Market Monitor: Fine Again in Florida by Ingo Winzer 92 Spotlight on the Southeast: Atlanta and Nashville Investment potential still exists despite changing trends. by Joel Cone MINDSET 98 Sustainability in Real Estate Investing

Updates from around the industry. 10  Think Realty Benefits: Home Depot Pro Contractors and technicians can benefit with Home Depot Pro. INVESTOR STORIES 20  Presidents' Circle Featured investor: Aaron Norris 22  Veterans Buying America Air Force veteran built a multimillion-dollar real estate empire by following her instincts. by Jeff Edwards BUSINESS FUNDAMENTALS 24  A Good Start Getting started in REI — properly. by Bruce Kellogg 26  Portfolio Diversification The right property management company can help you succeed. Sponsored content by Stacy Brown, Real Property Management 28  Women as Resources In a field so well-suited for women, why are more not playing? by Monick Halm 30  Saving the Planet Without Sacrificing Real Estate Returns Sustainable materials can make or break your rehab budget. by Carole VanSickle Ellis 34  Ethics in Property Management The NARPM Code of Ethics celebrates 25 years. Sponsored content by Lisa G. Noon, National Association of Residential Property Managers ® (NARPM) 36  Appraisals and the MLS Leveraging opinions of value in real estate with the Multiple Listing Service. by Aaron Chapman and Marco Santarelli 38  The Lending Partnership Real estate investors are not consumers in the lending relationship. Sponsored content by Aaron Chapman, Security National Mortgage 43  5 Must-Have Investor Fundamentals Sponsored content by Jared Garfield, ROI Turnkey Properties STRATEGY 44 Smart Apartment Technology Get smart and improve operational inefficiencies, and more. by Demetrios Barnes

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COVER FEATURE

PASSION FOR GREEN FANNIE MAE'S CHRISSA PAGITSAS' MISSION TO DRIVE PROFITS AND SUSTAINABILITY.

by Bobby Burch :: photos by Beth Caldwell

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STRATEGY

DESIGN POINT

FUNDAMENTALS

FUNDAMENTALS

MOBILE HOME INVESTING

INVITING SPACES

A LEGAL VIEW

HARD MONEY LOANS

Understanding market cycles to maintain and grow over time. by Eddie Wilson

Manufactured homes are America's smart solution.

Design inspiration to increase your ROI.

Tips from an attorney to protect your investment.

A look at this effective financing tool.

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