What amkes me feel weird about is seeing some of their names show up as speakers for REIAs.

Most people aren’t natural public speakers; if this identifies you, don’t despair.

Bootcamp was great, but there was a bit of upselling with the other speakers he invited.

He's mostly an Asset Protection speaker, but he now has his own real estate bootcamps also.Just curious, thanks for any input!

Those motivational speakers who say things like "make $45k in 45 days!"

Its always good to familiarize yourself with the tricks of the trade (because there are TONS) to not only protect yourself, but your investment.A few ways to get involved are:build a relationship with a developer.find ways to service what they need like:Offer Title Services at a discountOffer brokerage serviceStart a Retaining wall, fencing, irrigation companyif your an engineer offer to take a second look at some plansIf your an architect do the sameIf you are an attorney offer some advice on contractual obligationsIf your an analyst, draw out some cash flowsIf your an accountant, offer to help, create JE's Adjustments, filing, etc.If you have a knack for construction, get out to the sites and look around.If you are good public speaker, get in front of the County officials and pitch a project to the county.Look for the meetings in the county and attend a couple of hearings for development approvals...its public.If you are a banker, look at the deals, contact the developers in your area, go meet them, offer services. etc.Development is about getting out there and putting your ear to the ground.

How were the speakers?

Hi To All,I attended the Real Estate Expo in Chicago this week end and one of the speakers that really made an impression on me was a guy named James Smith.

Were throwing an allstar seminar in the spring, who would you recommend as a down to earth knowledgeable speaker for the event?

He is an award-winning and internationally recognized Realtor and speaker, who has closed on over 10,000 real estate transactions in a 30-year career.