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.
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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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