San Francisco Meet Ups

[Tom Sawatske]

Hello Bigger Pockets! Wondering if anyone has suggestions for productive networking groups or meet ups in the San Francisco, Silicon Valley, Peninsula, and/or East Bay areas. I'm new to personal real estate investing, but have familiarity with the field via my full time job (commercial construction banker) as well as study I've done on the side (books, podcasts, etc.). I'm interested in connecting with like-minded investors and mentors, and also potentially seeking business partner(s). My experience is primarily on the finance side so if anyone is looking to leverage that skill set let me know. In terms of strategy, I'm focused on flips, note investing, and small rentals in and out of state at this point, based on my capital level, capacity (i.e. time) and experience level. Additionally, any general suggestions or advice for someone just starting out (particularly in the Bay Area) would be much appreciated. Thanks!

[J. Martin]

Originally posted by @Johnson H.:

Hi Tom,

Welcome to BP. I use to run a SF meetup but @J. Martin found an excellent space in downtown SF so I leave that up to him while I continue one down in Milpitas. Lots of great meetups can be found at meetup.com and mines is in my signature link below.

 @Tom Sawaske,

Johnson's meetup is excellent! I've been traveling through Mexico, Thailand, Philippines, and now in Taipei, so haven't been doing meetups lately, but will schedule one for when I get back in the US in March after @Al Williamson's Summit at the Guild in Sacramento. Be sure to make it if you're interested in the Sacramento market.

Also check the events and happenings section in BP or search real estate on meetup.com . @Jeff Pollack has a good meetup in San Jose also. And @Juan Diaz has a cool on-site meetup at RE deals in Oakland (West Oakland mostly, right across the bridge.)

Welcome to BP, and a great network of Bay Area investors! :)