Thinking of starting a local REI Meetup - Any Tips?

[Maurice Blackledge]

Hi Everyone,

I am a new investor and getting started on my first deal. With that, I was looking to potentially start a meetup in my area and was wondering if anyone had any pointers and tips on how to get started.

If you currently attend a meetup then I would also ask the following:

1 Why do you go - what were you seeking or hoping to gain/learn?

2. What is your biggest takeaway from these meetups?

3. What makes you want to continue to go back?

Thanks, BP Community!

[Jake S.]

Hey Maurice!

You could just start one via BP (obviously) for new to intermediate level investors. Could be something small time at a coffee shop. Networking with those at your level and those a bit above, is definitely a must do!

1. Networking reasons and relationship building, along with learning

2. Learn something new, possibly form a network

3. The people and if I vibe with them good to be honest

[Maurice Blackledge]

@Jake S. Thank you for the response, that's super helpful!

[Caleb Heimsoth]

@Maurice Blackledge. My favorite type of meetup is just where I can go, eat some food, drink some beer (if you want) and network and talk to people. So I would suggest that format.

No sales pitches, no speakers, just good old fashioned networking with people from the area.

[Jeffrey Holst]

We have a monthly happy hour in Chattanooga no pitches no speakers just a gathering over drinks and it's a pretty great way to get to know other investors

[Maurice Blackledge]

@Caleb Heimsoth Thank you for the input, that's really helpful!

[Maurice Blackledge]

@Jeffrey Holst Good to know, thanks for the input!