Where are the genuine RE meetups in DFW area?

[Rebecca Graziano]

Hello investors,

I have been to several real estate meetups since moving to Texas a few years ago. They.all.suck. It is just a farmer's market for real estate products. 

I have been to RE meetups in the past with like-minded everyday investors pursuing similar goals, sharing stories and learning from each other, running through numbers, sharing network contacts, and even doing deals together. I have had two amazing mentors in very specific niches, but they retired. They never charged money, they loved people that love to learn and hustle. I have not found this mindset in DFW. 

For example, this investor that I met recently said not to buy properties at tax auction for 100+ different reasons. So I said, "well, if that isn't the path, what is the better approach?" And she said "find some good wholesalers. I swear by them." Naturally I asked "how do I find a reliable wholesaler? Who do you recommend?" and it ended in a circular conversation to nowhere. Then hands me her business card, "call me, I can help you." 

I met another woman who charges $50k for "real estate coaching." She prays on rich women to teach them how to invest. I spoke to her for a few minutes and walked away. I'm sure plenty of people fall for that crap, and it is really sad! 

If you are in DFW area, do you recommend any meetups that aren't sales/marketing groups disguised as a RE meetup?

Cheers!