TABLE OF CONTENTS
INSIDE THIS ISSUE
THE BIG PICTURE 18 Turnaround Specialists Equistream business model enables Kent Davis
and Chuck Bates to “do good” while doing well. by Susan Thomas Springer
38 Conversion is the Key
Getting leads is only the first step in a successful flipping strategy. by Danny Johnson
42 Alive and Well Slowdown in commercial sector is part of the natural market evolution. by Harmel Rayat 48 Moving Up the ‘Risk Curve’ A strong lender relationship helps make portfolio expansion a little easier. by Steve Belleville, MBA Becoming a licensed agent could turbo-charge your investing business, couple say. by James Hart 78 One-to-One with Lukas Krause CEO of Property Management Business Solutions looks for ways to elevate industry standards. 82 Street-Smart: Evaluating Online Lenders Experts weigh in on how to select the best online marketplace lending platform for your needs. 84 The Weekend Investor: React? Or Respond? The way you deal with challenges will determine your level of success in real estate investing. by Kevin Guz UP CLOSE & PERSONAL 76 Got Your License Yet?
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THE BIG PICTURE
REGIONAL SPOTLIGHT
LOOKING FOR THE RIGHT MIX Mixed-use developments require careful study.
THE MIDWEST’S ‘SWEET SPOT’ Twin Cities area ready for real estate action.
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