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22 December 2024 | 12 replies
From my experience, attending local meetups, lending-specific events, and networking with experienced investors can open doors.
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7 January 2025 | 27 replies
I atttended a “live” seminar and all the people in the chat were bots (called out several by name and asked qs, no response) attended same seminar again w same bots and same statements.
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19 January 2025 | 147 replies
Invariably about 75% or more of the positive reviews come from people who say they attended RADDs Wealth Retreats or conventions, suggesting a more cult like/beholden nature to their reviews perhaps.
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21 January 2025 | 74 replies
You can also read our current and past issues on our website or attend our in-person events around the nation to meet us in person.
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23 January 2025 | 52 replies
I'm looking at other parts of my portfolio besides RE and I will attend local meet ups to address my specific situation.
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22 December 2024 | 0 replies
This often leads to complacency which is seen by the trail off of attendance at these meetings.
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16 December 2024 | 4 replies
Hi Chad, @Denver McClure and I are working with a client on a 1035 scenario right now and it is an easy process.
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22 December 2024 | 1 reply
I attended local meet-ups, joined real estate associations, and even reached out to experienced professionals in my area.
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23 December 2024 | 13 replies
Also can I attend this monthly meeting virtually?
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27 December 2024 | 27 replies
Thank You Marcus, I am looking forward to it and hope to attend.