Leasing, technology, interest rates, sustainability, AI, etc?

I want technology to help me gather information and execute quickly. 

And technology aside, this business hasn't changed much in the last 20 years.

They showed the property's elevation relative to the base flood elevation (BFE) for its flood zone.With Risk Rating 2.0, FEMA now uses advanced technology and data models (like topography maps, elevation data, and geospatial technology) to automatically assess elevation for rate calculations.How Elevation Impacts Rates Now- Higher Elevation = Lower Risk: Properties located at a higher elevation are less likely to flood, which generally results in lower premiums.- Lower Elevation = Higher Risk: Properties at lower elevations or in flood-prone areas typically face higher premiums.- Natural vs.

I'm still in the process of finding an alternative solution but I thought I'd leave this here as a warning for others looking to make a decision.For reference, I'll just post their email response to me here:As we review your inquiry, we would like to remind you of the following key points from our Terms of Use:In no instance shall ShinePay be liable for any of the following:"Lost revenue from service interruptions.Lost revenue stemming from delays, malfunctions of any product.unauthorized gains access to your account or due to shared passwords or if your password is hacked.Destruction to properly, places, or personal injury resulting from the installation, misinstalling, or misuse of any product.Lost revenue from entering the wrong account number for ACH or other bank transfer or money transfers or due to any delay in receiving funds.Damage to your structure, machines or car resulting from use or installation of our products.Any funds collected that are paid to a person that does not own the property.Any harm from defeating the lock and technology that controls the lock to a device.Failure to properly service any product or machine."

One thing I’ve always done is focus on the 75th percentile of the rent estimates, as my properties tend to fall into that range (very nice, but small with no amenities).While I think there will always be some manual research involved, the current platforms lack key functionality that could be easily implemented with the available market data and technology.1.Quality Metrics:•Filter comps to match the quality of your rentals.

Competing with Experienced ProfessionalsNew agents may feel overwhelmed by more established competitors in the industry.Solution: Focus on your unique strengths, provide excellent customer service, and embrace modern technology to differentiate yourself.The challenges of being a new realtor or investor are real, but they’re not insurmountable.

It’s fascinating how technology can make these deals happen remotely!

How do you feel about 'disruptive' technologies, how were you able to take your skill from finding information and deals this way, to how they are done in todays world? 

If you get so large that you need to invest in technology, you'll likely need to get a sub-servicer anyway to do it for you and keep you compliant.