I want to be involved with investors who want to bring technology into their business and futurize (I'm not sure if that is a word) the industry.

How has big data and new technology impacted the way that you invest in real estate?

New investors have such a big advantage today with technology.

For me personally I want technology to be used.

Hey team of investors, I find myself posting whatever comes to mind lately with this RE. What do you think of the many ways to invest in RE, like innovative ways you don't have to be physically involved? i.e. sites li...

.), the PM's have either zealously or begrudgingly had to incorporate new mediums and technologies in order to survive and thrive in this industry.  

After reading posts about out-of-state investors owning/flipping many properties they have never seen in person before due to today's technology, I began to think... are there any situations where you feel like you MUST go visit your property or meet your agent, property manager, or GC in person?

Its like they are adverse to technology but found my listing on facebook.

I also think that those "outside factors you have no control over" that contribute to a neighborhood improving have been a guessing game, but are actually able to be tracked because of advances in technology over the past couple of years. 

I'd like to see more emphasis on partnerships between ISU and the DSM area, perhaps technology transfer, etc - with an effort to diversify the economy.