First Rea meeting still looking for deals

[Jeffrey McKee]

I went to my first REA meeting in Arlington today. Met some great contacts, some seasoned investors and others new to the business like myself. Everyone seemed to have their own opinion of best practice. One guy suggested a four plex over duplex any day because of insurance costs on the duplex. I'm looking for a duplex, tri, or quad in the Dallas area if anyone has a seller or suggestions on how to generate leads off mls. I will definitely be returning to a Rea meeting, but if there is something closer to Dallas please share! Thanks, Jeffrey

[Elizabeth Colegrove]

Welcome to BiggerPockets!

The one thing about bigger pockets is the ONLY thing we all agree about is investing in Real Estate. Beyond that you will find everyone has their own "opinion" or strategy on what works! Honestly we don't follow the 1%, 2% or 50% rules and invest in class A properties. We created a business plan and went from there! So good luck! I personally, use a realtor and buy short sales. It is a slower process but I have done well, personally. 

The blogs, forums and listening to the podcasts are a great source. If you see a post you enjoy check out the persons signature. Many of us including myself talk about our strategies, styles, niches and business model on our website. So definitely check that out as it is an amazing additional resource. For example, my blog is about while working full time, buy and hold investing, 0% Down Rentals, Personal Properties turned rentals, Long distancing investing, self-managing 3,000+ miles away. Definitely list your website or blog in your signature. Its a great additional networking source.

Look forward to seeing you around!