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The Year in Review: Institutional SFR Investing in 2018

Dennis Cisterna III | 11 Dec 2018

I have been fortunate to work with some of the biggest investors in the country for more than a decade, serving in a variety of roles from advisor to banker… more

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Peek into the Crystal Ball: Five New Year Real Estate Predictions for 2019

Bobby Burch | 10 Dec 2018

As sure as lights and stockings will be hung each December, news outlets will prognosticate on what the coming year holds in store for its readers. And at Think Realty,… more

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Two Indicators Investors Should Watch in 2019

Greg Rand | 8 Dec 2018

The pendulum is beginning to swing from an acute seller’s market and moving toward an even playing field in 2019. This is happening at exactly the time it should, which… more

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Sector Breakdown: Multifamily Real Estate Trends in 2018 and Beyond

Jeff Adler | 7 Dec 2018

The multifamily sector started off the year with some pretty big issues to watch. We end the year, on the whole, pleasantly surprised by the way some of the trends… more

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Five Proptech Data Platforms to Help Real Estate Investors Make Smart Decisions

Bobby Burch | 7 Dec 2018

Continuing our series on innovation in real estate to help investors, we now look at the proptech data tools within this booming industry. As a refresher, proptech — otherwise known… more

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Renovation Rockstar: Layers of History in Kansas City

Think Realty | 4 Dec 2018

Project Notes: Built in 1890 4 bedrooms/4 bathrooms 3,010 square feet Original floors and staircase Kitchen with 12-foot ceilings Purchase Price: $122,000 Rehab & Carrying Costs: $200,000 Appraised Value After… more

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Powerful Data Produces Good Business

Carole VanSickle Ellis | 3 Dec 2018

“The role of chief economist at Fannie Mae is a little different than a chief economist role anywhere else,” Doug Duncan, Fannie Mae’s chief economist, started out. He then went… more

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3 Elements in Home Design that Withstand the Test of Time

Anita Corsini | 3 Dec 2018

If you’re like me, sometimes the search for design inspiration can be something of a black hole. I love searching through online images to find unique finishes and special touches… more

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5 Things to Consider Before a Home Giveaway

Carole VanSickle Ellis | 30 Nov 2018

It’s as much a part of the season as mistletoe and silver bells. The annual home giveaway season starts just after Halloween when Christmas lights and holiday dazzle show up… more

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Short-Term Rental Market Case Study: Niagara Falls, NY

Daniela Andreevska | 29 Nov 2018

Case to be made: Niagara Falls, New York, is a profitable location for an Airbnb rental property. Data points to analyze: Short-term rental cap rate Attraction points for visitors Local… more