TABLE OF CONTENTS
INSIDE THIS ISSUE
THE BIG PICTURE 12 TV Star-Struck
NUTS & BOLTS 68 Win-Win-Win Marrying standard retail real estate practices with those of an investment brokerage can pay big dividends. by Peter Vekselman 72 Closing the Gap Mezzanine finance with preferred equity offers dis- tinct advantages for discerning investors. by Lawrence Fassler 80 Securing Quality Renters Finding qualified tenants doesn’t happen by chance. Here’s some expert advice to help. by Kevin Ortner Single-family rental market report for Q3 2016 pro- vides five investing options, depending on prefer- ences and risk tolerance. by Daren Blomquist 91 Local Market Monitor These 10 markets may not be ‘flashy,’ but each has a balanced economy with steady growth. by Ingo Winzer 92 The Senior Advantage Successful age-restricted, or ‘active-adult lifestyle’ apartments achieve higher rents. by Jeff Kottmeier BYTHE NUMBERS 88 Investors’ Choice
How hard could it be to launch your own home-rehab show? by Susan Thomas Springer
26 Market Update San Diego revisited: Still expensive, still strong. by Carole VanSickle Ellis 28 How Secure Are You? Smart businesses are taking steps to reduce vulnerability to cyber-attack. by Robert Springer 30 An Intriguing Alternative The Internet is simplifying alt-financial investing opportunities. by Allen Shayanfekr 38 A Matter of Timing With correct market-cycle watching, you could double your cash flow and equity growth. by Kathy Fettke UP CLOSE & PERSONAL 46 Tech Titan Greg Rand discusses the continuing, transformative impact of technology on real estate investing. by Robert Springer 50 May the Fores Be With You New venture locating extended-stay lodging next to golf courses hits the sweet spot with everyone. by James Hart 56 Community Investor Our Regional Spotlight focuses on Orlando, Florida—and its numbers are looking pretty hot. by Carole VanSickle Ellis
ON THE COVER KNOWLEDGE + POWER = FREEDOM
Norada Real Estate Investment’s MARCO SANTARELLI says acquiring knowledge is Step No. 1. by Carole VanSickle Ellis :: photos by Christopher Orrett
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THE BIG PICTURE
COMPANY PROFILE
SEVEN THINGS
NUTS & BOLTS
GIVING BACK Philanthropic efforts improving communities.
BULLISH ON DETROIT Michael Jordan sees opportunity and growth.
BUSINESS SENSE Treat investments like a business.
MYTHS DEBUNKED Is your property properly covered?
ENTREPRENEUR’S CORNER 96 Are There Holes in Your Boat? How to tell whether your business will sink or swim. by Ben Rao
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