I'm not convinced that 3D printers have much relevance for mainstream realtors, but I think that they will be very disruptive in the next 10 years or so, particularly in third world countries.

The location of the leach field and the septic tank can also be useful in knowing if there are trees nearby that may have root systems potentially damaging the septic tank or disrupting the leach field. 

Even with property management, I set up our contract where I get called if the situation is over $200 to repair, so it just seems being disrupted on vacation is part of the territory.

Anyone who keeps their email notifications on at night is risking endless disruptions.  

If an investor hasn't already prepared their portfolio for the market disruption we are currently experiencing, then they've probably missed the boat.

Until then, it's a volatile situation with no safety margin and several challenges I need to overcome to ensure financial survival:Successfully fade any unexpected expenses from inspections or repairs with zero cash on hand.Arrange for rent increase or tenant removal in the least disruptive way possible.If tenants are removed, they will need to be replaced immediatelyMy brainstormed solutions so far are:Regarding unexpected expenses: Craig Curelop my unit by getting a futon and Air BnBing the rooms to increase cash flow or borrow from family.Regarding rent increase/tenant removal: use property management or letters? 

I hate political people who tell you want you want to hear to gain power.Someone who is a lifelong learner.Someone who is disruptive and wants to change the world.Partners and employees don't realize this but I score everyone I work with every quarter (March, June, September and December).

I find disruptive technology fascinating. 

"Beyond the actual disruption to sales and hit on housing values in areas affected by the Gulf oil spill, real estate professionals on the Gulf Coast say they will likely face a battle of perception for years to come."

This has disrupted our niche a bit and contributed to the increase in NPL pricing due to these investors offering prices based on foreclose and flip/rent exits rather than cash flow from reperforming loans.