San Antonio RE Groups

[Tim Macy]

There are many REI groups in San Antonio and all of them are a little different. I've been to meetings at almost every one of them, but haven't taken the plunge to become a member at any. I'm looking for some un-biased reviews on the resources each one provides. I know one deal usually makes back much more than your investment, but still looking for the best place to invest both my time and money. It will also be a help to all the new investors that get lured into the "opportunities" some of the groups provide.

[Rick Pozos]

Hey @Tim Macy,

I am a member of Alamo Investors and at the next meeting will be a member of SAREIA. There is another group from the folks in Austin, but they seem to be a little too oriented to rookies. I was a member with them for a year, but did not renew. AIA and SARIEA are the bigger ones and for good reason. 

Networking with buyers, lenders, title people, etc is just part of the game. It is also just a cost that has to be paid. Just jump in and be a part of it. $120 or so per year is not exorbitant to be around a bunch of other like minded people. A few hours a month and a few hundred dollars per year is not a huge commitment that you cant just be a part of a couple and see how it goes.

There are a few free groups in town also. I even started one this month. It was great. There were 10 people just chatting about real estate.