Think-Realty-Magazine-February-2018

TABLE OF CONTENTS

INSIDE THIS ISSUE

THINK REALTY 8  News & Events 60  Member Benefits

HOUSING NEWS REPORT 62  Local Housing Markets Most Impacted by GOP Tax Proposal Data in action article by ATTOM Data Solutions. by Daren Blomquist, SVP, Communications

64  7 Habits of Highly Effective Flippers A look at the most profitable flipping markets in Q3 2017. by ATTOM Data Solutions

COACHES CORNER 10  Panel in Print Investing with family. 12 How Food Delivery Could Change

NUTS & BOLTS 86  5 Bookkeeping Mistakes Real Estate Investors Must Avoid These little errors are easy to overloook and can cause big trouble. by David Rice 88  Redefining Legacy It's not just financial wealth you leave behind. by Jennifer Jo Cobb INDUSTRYVOICES 96  Local Lending Gains an Edge from Fintech How local lenders can compete nationally with the right technology. by Marc Heenan 98  Getting Outside Your Comfort Zone 5 reasons agents and investors should work together. by Bill Green DESIGN POINT 112  Renovation Rock Stars: Mountain Cabin Makeover A little house brings big returns, thanks to a total makeover. by Carole VanSickle Ellis

Everything About Commercial Real Estate Social science affects restaurant and retail space.

MARKET BREAKDOWNS 30  2018 Predictions As the year moves forward, investors should be on high alert. by Kathy Fettke 34  Regional Spotlight: Nashville, Tennessee Musicians aren't the only ones star-struck by this music city. by Bruce McNeilage & Carole VanSickle Ellis

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COVER FEATURE

Above, AARON NORRIS (L) watches his father and The Norris Group founder, BRUCE NORRIS (R), thumb through stacks of data and charts. The Norrises are known for their astute, far-reaching predictions.

38  State Spotlight: Texas Has Texas "evolved" beyond the traditional housing cycle? by Carole VanSickle Ellis

GOODTIMING RUNS INTHE FAMILY

by Carole VanSickle Ellis :: photos by Noel Daganta

WEALTH BUILDING & LEGACY 42  Pursuing Your Passion, Profitably For Julie Ziglar Norman, a love of horses and real estate go hand in hand. by Carole VanSickle Ellis 44  Using Credit Creatively and Responsibly in Real Estate Credit can be your key to investing success, but be careful. by Douglas Skipworth

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INDUSTRY VOICES

MARKET TRENDS

MARKETING

NUTS & BOLTS

SPECIAL SECTION 67  Information Network Management (IMN) IMN highlights the 2018 Middle-Market Multifamily Forum (Northeast).

THINK REALTY INFLUENCERS

MARKETS THAT WILL "DOUBLE UP" IN 2018 Job growth and housing demand pair perfectly in these markets.

USING DIGITAL MEDIA TO SELL REAL ESTATE Flip the equation to have buyers and partners chasing you.

IT'S NOT COVERED PART 2 3 unseen outdoor threats likely on your property.

48  Leaving a Legacy Through Real Estate Building wealth that makes an impact. by Sonia Booker

Think Realty recognizes 7 leaders shaping real estate for the better.

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