Networking outside of my closest group

[Josh Coup]

Dear BP community,

I'm a newbie and am focusing on knowledge and networking in the hopes to get my first property in 2020. I've had a lot of quick success reaching out to college fraternity buddies, but have recently turned to network to other "more distant friends" and acquaintances. Some are not local to my area but since I lived in the Chicago area for a few short years, I'd like to simultaneously learn that market, as well as Kansas City, where I live. 

My problem is that while I've reached out to the not so close network of people, I'm finding that many of my initial outreaches are unanswered.

Am I being ignored? Am I not using the correct means of contacting them e.g. I should call/text instead of facebook/linkedin? How soon is appropriate for a second attempt?

Thanks in advance,

Josh

-p.s. none are complete strangers. my outreach is pretty straightforward discussing my real estate goals and don't ask too much of them, but are just conversation starters. 

[Jonathan Klemm]

@Josh Coup - First off, way to go on getting started and wanting to grow your network. Like everyone else stated, it’s not easy but once you get going it turns into a snow ball.

Personally, I think you should be more worried about getting yourself out there and meeting people you don’t know rather than the ones you already do. Start going to meet ups every month a couple times a month and you won’t believe how fast you grow your network.

Also just keep telling all family and friends that you are into real estate. Then they’ll know someone who knows someone who’s big into real estate.

And lastly, keep posting on BP. Best of luck!