Boston REI Assocation - Which one???

[Max K.]

I'm looking to get involved in the REI community in the Boston area, and it has come to my attention that there are two popular REI associations; one of which is part of the National REIA, and the other of which is not. There also seems to be a lot of bad blood between them.

https://www.bostonrealestateinvestorsassociation.com/about-us/dont-be-fooled-by-other-groups-calling-themselves-boston-reia/

https://bostonareia.com/which-boston-real-estate-investors-association-should-you-join/

I'm hoping local investors can comment on their experiences with one or both, what led them in which direction, etc. 

Let me know what you think please. I want to make the right choice!

[Kyle Curtin]

Hi Max,

         I am newer into the game, but so far I have attended one Black Diamond meetup in Burlington a few months ago and could not speak any more highly of it. (Thank you @Ann Belamy ) :) It was really a game changer for me and one of the first real estate meetups that I have been to and the atmosphere was incredible. 

There was a nice period to network and there were many different people from private lenders to contractors to agents and everyone in between. There was also a few speakers that showed some of the local deals from BIllerica and a few other towns and it was really informative for everyone!

I am excited to attend @Jonathan Bombaci 's virtual meetup tonight and would love to meet you there!

Thank you,

Kyle