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INSIDE THIS ISSUE
THINK REALTY 8 News & Events
BUSINESS FUNDAMENTALS 56 If Real Estate is a Hobby, You’re Set Up for Failure
Updates from around the industry.
Three keys to finding success in real estate after it stops being a hobby. by Editorial Staff
10 Office Depot Pilots New Coworking Space The office supply chain embraces a growing commercial real estate trend. by Editorial Staff
58 Attracting Quality Tenants Through Online Reviews [ Sponsored Content ] Capitalize on positive experiences to increase your company’s ratings online. by Lukas Krause
SPECIAL SECTION: TECHNOLOGY& DISRUPTION 22 Billions of Dollars are Heading toward ‘Proptech’ Innovation is changing real estate whether we like it or not. What’s it mean for your investing? by Bobby Burch 26 The Next Generation of Renters are Knocking at Your Door —Are You Prepared? Attracting today’s tech-savvy tenants requires new, innovative tools. by Megan Booe STRATEGY 30 Dig Deep with Data to Find Your Next Investment Market A practical primer on leveraging data to pinpoint the most profitable housing markets. by Jared Garfield Where to find tax-incentivized investment properties near Amazon’s new facilities. by ATTOM Data Solutions 36 Investing in the Land of Oz [ Infographic ] How opportunity zones can provide prime real estate investing prospects. by ATTOM Data Solutions SPONSORED SUPPLEMENT 39 Information Management Network Middle-Market Multifamily Forum (Northeast) 34 Opportunity Zones: Prime Investing Opportunities in Amazon HQ2 Markets
62 Design Guide: Modern Chic Bathroom Inspiration and detailed specs
for your next high-end flip. Featured designer: Rebecca Mager
INVESTOR STORIES 66 Firm Commits 100,000 Hours of Community
Service to Hurricane-Ravaged New Bern MetroRealEstate aims for community impact through rehab expertise. by Bobby Burch
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ON THE COVER
How mortgage industry innovators are preparing for success through up and down market cycles. by Daren Blomquist
68 Probate Properties are a Growing Opportunity for Investors [ Sponsored Content ]
Data-FedDisruptionBringing Balance to theMortgageMarketplace
As the baby boomer population ages, properties in probate are increasing. by Kristine Gentry, Ph.D
MARKET & TRENDS 70 Taste of Texas
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Real estate investing opportunities in the state’s five largest metros. by Joel Cone
STRATEGY
INVESTOR STORIES
FIVE STEPS TO SMART MULTIFAMILY INVESTMENTS
VETERAN PLOTS RALLY POINT TO HELP SOLDIERS TRANSITION INTO CIVILIAN LIFE
78 Second Thoughts
Investing in these second-string markets may be your best bet in 2019. by Ingo Winzer
The continued rise of renters make multifamily properties excellent investments.
Fame and fortune have only fueled this humanitarian's desire to help others.
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