Mentors

[Matt DuSold]

I know many people believe it is very important to have a mentor when you start the business. My question is, is it smart to pay for one? I have seen a few people who believe each way but I thought it would be best to put it all in one thread.

I have been studying REI for a while now and am going to get a jump on it shortly. I didn't know if it is better to have a mentor from the local REI club or to pay a "Real Estate Coach" kind of thing. Any feedback would be great!

[Michael Rossi]

Matt,

I would suggest joining your local REIA and simply making friends with the SUCCESSFUL investors. Your new friends will be happy to help you (mentor you) for free. The good part about doing this (besides being free) is that the local investors will understand YOUR market and will have various contacts in your community.

Good Luck,

Mike