- Problem with compass is I believe they're too much investing into tech while it doesn't necessarily translate to bigger productivity and sales- The EXP model is actually significant changes where it tries to democratize the revenue by sharing it among team and leads- I would like to say the Exp is offering new business model in RE agency, while other agency is more like traditional where individualism performance is the key ; Same concept in used car you have regular used car dealership and you have car max which offer no haggle price.

Technological advancements are reshaping the real estate industry for investors in various ways:Data Analytics: Advanced tools offer insights into market trends and investment opportunities, aiding informed decision-making and risk assessment.Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR): Remote property exploration with virtual tours saves time and resources, attracting potential buyers or tenants and expediting transactions.Blockchain: Secure transactions via smart contracts reduce intermediaries, costs, and fraud risks in property dealings.Online Platforms and Marketplaces: Digital platforms broaden access to properties, investment options, and real-time market data, enhancing efficiency and transparency.Artificial Intelligence (AI): AI algorithms predict market trends, identify investment opportunities, and personalize recommendations based on investor preferences.Internet of Things (IoT): IoT devices provide real-time data on property performance, enabling cost reduction, efficiency improvements, and better tenant satisfaction.Crowdfunding Platforms: Real estate crowdfunding democratizes investment access, allowing smaller investors to participate in projects previously out of reach.In summary, embracing these innovations enhances efficiency, transparency, and accessibility in real estate investment, enabling investors to capitalize on emerging opportunities and stay competitive in the market.Thanks!

What the last 40 years of American presidential elections have taught me is that Americans continue to choose Democrats, we don't all have to like it but we might just have to learn to live with it. 

And that doesn’t mention the variety of illegal and dubiously legal schemes they’ve engaged in over the years.But of late, an almost bipartisan chorus has emerged amongst critics of high finance: Wall Street is buying up houses across the country to drive up prices and making homeownership unaffordable for most Americans.Senator Elizabeth Warren, like many Democrats, accuses Wall Street of “hoovering up a significant chunk of the housing market.”But many Republicans have also been saying similar things.

I am about 9 years in the roomie/tenant house hack (where i basically PM'ed for the LL from the inside); and about 2.5 years in the roomie/LL bucket. one piece i will add, i try my best to not "call shots" and keep things pretty democratic/ open for dialogue discussion between everyone. unless its a safety issue (or a liability issue, like guests can be)... i prefer this to be "our home" instead of "my house". 

In most jurisdictions that are primarily democrat elected judges they will extend the sale date so long as no prior extensions have been granted.

Our aim is to democratize that 'button,' so to speak, making it accessible for every investor on our platform.

The beauty of Airbnb and short-term rentals is that it's one of the most democratized forms of small business, unburdened by barriers to entry.

You would have owe capital gains tax on your profit when you sell it.Capital gains tax changes with the wind and if democrats or republicans are in power.

Basically, anything the Democrats have passed, the Republicans are trying to repeal is what I gather from the quotes put forth by the news...