Where's our Maryland network?

Question

I know there are a lot more people in Maryland that only deal with Maryland and want to give help or get help. The truth is, where are you? I see hundreds of California, Georgia, Florida, Detroit .. Let's get this together. What do you offer or what are you looking for? Digital business cards? Looking for partners? Similar interests? Favorite colors? Any advocates for rock climbing? I'd love to rock climb in Maryland. Who likes to skydive? I have a friend that might need some sponsors for his ALS jump fundraiser.

I'll start this one off by saying:

I'm Dan Waugh, with Legacy Investments. I got into BiggerPockets because me and my gf/partner are looking for all the advice we could get to make a better situation for our kids and family. I have 1 rental and it's a pain but it works. I want to find lenders, brokers, mentors and Maryland REA and lawyers that can keep me from problems. I'd also like some Maryland pro members to organize a brunch on a Saturday or a coffee just to get to understand the people on the list. That would be awesome. I'll pay my way, and the host. I also like red and black, and I've done a 10-2 in California but haven't rock climbed since I got out of the Marines.

Shmuel Harris · Answer

Hey @Dan Waugh

Welcome to BP.

If you go to the Community Tab, open up Forum Categories. If you scroll down enough you can find Forum subcategories based on State. Here is the link for the Maryland Community. Maryland Real Estate Q&A Discussion Forum

Wishing you success!

Sam Harris.

Account Closed · Answer

@Dan WaughWelcome to BP!  The 4 states you mentioned just happen to have the most activity because of the values and inventory.  Nevertheless, deals can be found everywhere.  When you are ready to some lending options give me a shout.

Mark Cruse · Answer

Ironically my business is called Legacy Business Associates. LOL. I do buy & holds, flips, property management and just recently got into renting out affordable office space. I’m always looking to network with like minded people. I’m a veteran and recently took up boating. In the spring I want to learn to golf.

Dan Waugh · Answer

I know where Fawn Grove is. That's where I met my ex-wife lol.

I'm all about meeting up and really breaking up the ice. There are so many options, so many groups, so many cards .. And us investment-paraplegic need a find a way to get walking on this. I'll talk to my gf and shoot you a message.

Dan Waugh · Answer

@Russell Brazil, Gaithersburg has been mentioned a few times and the distance is about 90 minutes from me :/ I did go to the "Mad Scientist" Real Deal meetup and that guy seems like it's another day in the park. I want to be like that. I'm going to have to get to these other groups but wish we had something a little closer to home.

@Linval T., thanks for the links. Me and my gf are still blowing through readings, have keywords set up and running out of podcasts to crack open ... We're just paralyzed because we have 5 kids to think about and taking a large hit will be devastating. It's a huge guess on who to talk to and what to do when something goes on. Our contact list is so small and there are so many options. I'm looking through the forums trying to see a few, true, step-by-step stories to really see us through this freeze.

Since this got posted, I have several REA, investors, even an offer, and finance options in my inbox, locals looking to give advice .. I'd say this post helped enough to tighten the tracks and put us on course.

Renae Pinkney · Answer

Hey @Dan Waugh, I live in PG County and my fav color is red! :) lol Im starting out in wholesaling but have read a lot about the BWI REI meetup that you can find on meetup.com as well they list their upcoming meetings, Im sure you'll meet some of the folks you're looking for.

@Russell Brazil thanks for that link as well, I see the next meeting is Tues I'll def be there or at BWI!

Russell Brazil · Answer

Welcome to BP @Dan Waugh. There is a a pretty sizable group of BP members in the DC/Baltimore area.  There is a number of members from Montgomery County, Frederick County and DC who attend a monthly meetup in Gaithersburg/Rockville. (Link below) There is also a number of BP members who attending the BWI Meetup/REIA which is one of the better REIA's in the area.

http://www.meetup.com/Gaithersburg-BP-Real-Estate-Meetup/events/227160685/

Andre Martin · Answer

@Dan Waugh Welcome to BP you have a similar structure to me. I am based out of Prince Georges County MD, I currently have one rental and my GF/ Business partner has just passed her RE exams and is in the market for a broker.

If I can offer any advice for your rental it would be to use the tenant screening that BP recommends it really helps on the back end with limiting potential tenant issues.

Linval T. · Answer

@Dan Waugh

Welcome aboard the vibrant BP community. You already have some experience and with additional effort, will quickly climb the REI ladder to its pinnacle.

While you wait for local connections, below are some links to review.

To be more successful, you simply have to work on the other elements to progress your REI pursuit. Below are some quick links to get engaged on this site.

• http://www.biggerpockets.com/starthere
• http://www.biggerpockets.com/meet
• https://www.biggerpockets.com/alerts
• How to Use @Mentions on BiggerPockets
• https://www.biggerpockets.com/rules
• https://www.biggerpockets.com/terms
• https://www.biggerpockets.com/invites
• https://www.biggerpockets.com/perks
• https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/categories

REI books suggested by BPers

http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2013/04/14/best-real-estate-books/?utm_source=search&utm_medium=internal&utm_campaign=books

Simply, bone up on the areas that you need to expand knowledge in such as, Forums, Marketplace, Learn, Network, Analyze and Resources.

Feast on the Podcasts, #askbp Podcasts, blogs and webinars

Lastly, this site thrives on interactions and as such we encourage two way exchanges and look forward to educational and thought provoking ideas relevant to REI.

Where's our Maryland network?

Most Popular Reply