All Forum Posts by: Damone Williams

South & South West Side of Chicago Investors Networking Group -

Calling all Newbies, Wholesalers, Seasoned Investors, and/or Real Estate junkies! We are having another networking event and you are invited. At this meeting we will start by discussing that age old question…to LLC or not to LLC. As we get close to the tax season it's the perfect time to decide if you want to start your LLC, S-Corp, or other type of legal entity. There are pro's and con's to each, and tax advantages even if you don't currently own real estate. Our speaker for this event is Kimi Ellen…. she is a licensed CPA in the State of Illinois, a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, Illinois CPA Society, and a member of the National Association of Black Accountants. Kimi has educated me on several advantages to starting my LLC and how I can take advantage of its tax benefits this year. Even if you don't currently own real estate this meeting is a great opportunity to learn the advantages of having a CPA as part of your real estate investment team. As always there will be wine and networking as well.

• Difference between LLC and S-Corp… how a S-Corp may be a better entity for your business
• Difference between a CPA and your H and R Block or Jackson Hewitt tax person
• How some of the recent Tax law changes may benefit investors.
• Tax advantages of a Legal Entity

Please come and join us Thursday December 6th @ 6pm.

AVENUE FLOWER SHOP & WINE BAR,10632 S. Cicero Oak Lawn, IL. 60453

Calling all Newbies, Wholesalers, Seasoned Investors, and/or Real Estate junkies! We are having another networking event and you are invited. At this meeting we will be discussing Property Inspections! So your offer was just accepted …what’s next …walk through/Inspection your due diligence period…?

• What do you look for ?
• How do you know if this is worth your time and money?
• Is the roof ok ?
• Is the foundation ok ?
• Is that ring in the celling a big issue or a little one ?
• Is the furnace good for another few years or does it need to be replaced now ?
• How do I know if I even I need an inspection or if this property is even worth it ?

Our professional Inspector fromwill give several key things to look for as you inspect a property for the first time.He will also discuss the benefits a professional inspection before you purchase any property.

We will also have a free gift for those that RSVP for this event.

I hope that you can use these events to build your team, member by member to achieve Real Estate success !

Please come and join us Thursday September 27th @ 7pm. (Did I mention there will be wine...)

South & South West Side of Chicago Investors Networking Group -

Thursday July 26th @ 6pm (CST).

Calling all Newbies, Wholesalers, Seasoned Investors, and/or Real Estate junkies! We are having another networking event and you are invited. At this meeting we will start by discussing financing for all projects. A representative from HomeBridge will be out to discuss loans like 203(k) (through the FHA version you can put as little as 3.5% down), HomeReady Renovation loan (Down payment as little as 3%, and HomeStyle Renovation Loan (Down Payment as little as 5%). These loans are designed for both purchase and rehab all bundled into the same loan package. Yes you read it correctly.....3-5% down to fund both purchase and rehab ! After the meeting they will be available to discuss your project and their financing options. This is a great opportunity to meet other investors and eliminate one of the excuses that has prevented you from taking action !

Please come and join us Thursday July 26th @ 6pm.

Calling all Newbies, Wholesalers, Seasoned Investors, and/or Real Estate junkies! We are having another networking event and you are invited. At this meeting we will start by discussing financing for all projects. A representative from HomeBridge will be out to discuss loans like 203(k) (through the FHA version you can put as little as 3.5% down), HomeReady Renovation loan (Down payment as little as 3%, and HomeStyle Renovation Loan (Down Payment as little as 5%). These loans are designed for both purchase and rehab all bundled into the same loan package. Yes you read it correctly.....3-5% down to fund both purchase and rehab ! After the meeting they will be available to discuss your project and their financing options. This is a great opportunity to meet other investors and eliminate one of the excuses that has prevented you from taking action !

Please come and join us Thursday July 26th @ 6pm.

Avenue Flower Shop

10632 S. Cicero Ave Oak Lawn 60453

South & South West Side of Chicago Investors Networking Group

Calling all Newbies, Wholesalers, Seasoned Investors, and/or Real Estate junkies! We are having another networking event and you are invited. At this meeting we will start by discussing financing for all projects. A representative from HomeBridge will be out to discuss loans like 203(k) (through the FHA version you can put as little as 3.5% down), HomeReady Renovation loan (Down payment as little as 3%, and HomeStyle Renovation Loan (Down Payment as little as 5%). These loans are designed for both purchase and rehab all bundled into the same loan package. Yes you read it correctly.....3-5% down to fund both purchase and rehab ! After the meeting they will be available to discuss your project and their financing options. This is a great opportunity to meet other investors and eliminate one of the excuses that has prevented you from taking action !

Please come and join us Thursday July 26th @ 6pm.

Avenue Flower Shop

10632 S. Cicero Ave Oak Lawn 60453

Calling all Newbies, Wholesalers, Seasoned Investors, and/or Real Estate Junkies! We are having our next networking meeting and you are invited! At this meeting we will be discussing and walking through a Wholesale deal! If you were ever curious about Wholesaling, and wanted to know more... or have done a few deals in other areas of real estate and are looking for a new strategy to make money ... this may be the event for you. One of our seasoned investors will walk us through a recent Wholesale deal (with all the numbers). He will discuss the deal from A to Z, the call on the property, numbers for acquisition, ARV numbers (how to get the most accurate numbers ) the rehab process, and finally how to disposition or sell the property once the work is complete. Also some tips along the way that can help any Investor. No matter what stage you are in, in your Real Estate investing, we all can learn some new tips. Afterwards we share wine and network...

Please come out and join us, and share experiences, resources, and WINE!!! :Thursday May 10, 2018 - 6pm to 7pm

Calling all Newbies, Wholesalers, Seasoned Investors, and/or Real Estate Junkies! We are having our next networking meeting and you are invited! At this meeting we will be discussing and walking through a Wholesale deal! If you were ever curious about Wholesaling, and wanted to know more... or have done a few deals in other areas of real estate and are looking for a new strategy to make money ... this may be the event for you. One of our seasoned investors will walk us through a recent Wholesale deal (with all the numbers). He will discuss the deal from A to Z, the call on the property, numbers for acquisition, ARV numbers (how to get the most accurate numbers ) the rehab process, and finally how to disposition or sell the property once the work is complete. Also some tips along the way that can help any Investor. No matter what stage you are in, in your Real Estate investing, we all can learn some new tips. Afterwards we share wine and network...

Please come out and join us, and share experiences, resources, and WINE!!! :Thursday May 10, 2018 - 6pm to 7pm

Avia, we would welcome your attendance, and look forward to contributing to making your real estate goals a reality !

Guys my name is Damone Williams I’m not a new investor but failed so bad my first time investing maybe I should start all over again. After listening to numerous podcast and audio books, I have decided to try and get back out there and try again. Rather than taking “baby steps” … I’m jumped in the pool with both feet. I decided to host a Chicago South Side meet-up. This will be the 2nd of hopefully many more. It’s an opportunity for like-minded people to talk real estate and exchange experiences. We will be discussing Credit, Credit Karma, Lender Scores (what they are actually looking at and looking for), how to make your loan more appealing to under writers, and how to raise your score in 30 days

We hope to get both the newbie (like me) and the experienced pro as well.

Thursday April 5 - 6pm to 7pm

Avenue Flower Shop & Wine Bar 

10632 S. Cicero Ave Oak Lawn 60453

10632 S. Cicero Ave Oak Lawn 60453 Chicago, Illinois 60453

6pm to 7pm

Ken would love to see you!