Technology has changed that in many industries - I mainly use digital marketing now and have no need for callers or cold calling and even mailers.

You can also diversify and invest in some of the companies coming out of the technology incubators (Nothing to do w/ real estate- Just another reason for Chicago.) 

We are considering managing the building with some technology such as https://www.apartments.com/ren... or https://www.zillow.com/rental-...Any thoughts/feedback from the above or other technology to assist the landlord?

I was wondering with everything connected today if anyone here is using any kind of cool technology to assist with their investing.

If you could suggest one life changing piece of technology that helps your business tremendously (quicken books, excell. cell phones not included) what would that be?

Some investors I know do AirBnB by using technology (such as auto locks for the doors that allow you to use a phone app) and hire a manager, others get creative by hiring a group home manager (turning the house into a group home for greater cashflow).

It is recently built so the technology is current.

The most striking to me are a couple of guys who used to work for a major technology company headquartered in Dallas. 

You guys should definitely connect, since we have a GC-tech (general contracting technology) company and starting to take on work in Richmond, Virginia.   

Your background in programming and technology can be a huge asset in your real estate journey and I always find it interesting to hear about innovative solutions.