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2 Following the Trends While a new presidential administration will certainly usher in new policies and tenets that could shake up our industry for the long haul, some up-and-coming trends are going to make an impact in 2017 as well. In this month's DS News, we examine some of those trends, as well as the what they could mean for the market and homeownership rates in general. First, in Sonya Mann's "Changing e Game" story, we sit down with former NFL football player Doug Brien to talk property management—and how he and business partner Colin Wiel—are using tech to enhance the industry. In "Transforming the Tenant," Vision Property Management's Jon Buerkert examines rent-to-own arrangements, positioning them as a great way to restore vacant and abandoned properties while also giving long-time renters a viable shot at homeownership. As Buerkert puts it, "Rent-to-own companies offer the occupant the opportunity to get the home back to where it is a functioning property again, one that's contributing to the neighborhood and raising local home values. In the process, residents have a place to live and learn what it means to be a homeowner, such as making the necessary home repairs and maintenance, making timely payments, and improving their credit." In the same vein, we also look at the role vacant and boarded-up properties play in community downturn in "Breaking Down Blight," a piece by Robert Klein of Community Blight Solutions and SecureView. Klein also considers recent clearboarding efforts—as well as efforts to phase out plywood—and how those can help fight blight at both the local and national level. Finally, in "Shooting for the Stars," BSI Financial Services' Michael Kittyle delves into the ever-increasing popularity of so-called rocket mortgages and how lenders can use technology to compete with them and better serve customers in a digital age. is month's issue is packed full of information to help you gear up for a robust and successful 2017—no matter what part of the industry you fall into. Best, Rachel Williams Editor-in-chief FROM OUR DESK default servicing | in print and online VOL. 15 NO. 2 No part of this publication may be reproduced without written permission from the publisher. ©2017 REO Publishing LLC All Rights Reserved This publication is intended to provide accurate, authoritative, and detailed information in regard to the subject matter covered. All written materials are disseminated with the understanding that the publisher is not engaged in rendering legal advice or other professional services. Under no circumstance should the information contained herein be relied upon as legal advice as it is designed to be a source of information only. strongly encourages the use of qualified attorneys or other qualified experts with regard to the subject matter covered. does not guarantee the accuracy of the information, and is not liable for any damages, losses, or other detriments that may result from the use of these materials. PUBLISHER EDITOR-IN-CHIEF DESIGN DSNEWS.COM VIDEO EDITOR STAFF WRITERS COPY EDITORS ADVERTISING PHOTOGRAPHY Mark Hulme Rachel Williams Jonathon Won Jordan Funderburk Mirasha Brown, Brian Honea, Scott Morgan Krista Franks Brock, Haley Owens, Alison Rich Suzanne Andresen: 207.443.3314 Robyn Clayton: 214.525.6716 Veronica Guerrero: 214.525.6784 Kevin McCrea: 214.525.6756 Jason Myers: 214.525.6760 Robert Rakowski: 214.525.6783 Pat Mazzera Photography Follow DSNewsDaily on CHAIRMAN AND CHIEF CREATIVE OFFICER PRESIDENT AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER DIRECTOR OF ACCOUNTING DESIGN Mark Hulme Ed Delgado John Harrison Ernest Gillespie Sean Walker Jason Stone Jonathon Won