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22 October 2011 | 4 replies
I would attend both to expand your network as much as possible.
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9 March 2012 | 7 replies
That being said, networking with agents is essential.The best way to do any creative deal with agents, especially a lease option is to build your business by referral.
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10 November 2011 | 31 replies
For others, it would seem helpful to talk to being tied into a network of note brokers, having a sizable group of other active lenders, etc., though with no assurance of course that they'll recapture their investment at par.2.
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7 November 2011 | 5 replies
The networking was pretty incredible, and we got to share strategies and methodologies for building your blog, social media presence, and business.3 - I had fun.
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31 October 2011 | 3 replies
The reason for that statement is that you are in the same area where some of the best rehabbers in the country operate and I know you can pick up some of the tricks they are using to secure properties just from networking at that REIA.It is definitely not like 2004-2006, but there is still a lot going on and even though it is tougher here in Tennessee, there is still a lot of opportunity and a lot going on.Best of luck,Chris
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25 November 2011 | 27 replies
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2 August 2012 | 25 replies
So your issue was not the deal or your profit margin or any of that other crap, it was your network of buyers.
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2 November 2011 | 24 replies
Real money is made and lost in these forums through deals made, ideas exchanged, and networks enhanced.If you want things a bit looser and more friendly I would say no.I think you strive to be in that first category so frankly I like the idea.
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4 December 2011 | 3 replies
I'd love to network with other KC investors and talk about how we can take advantage of all the great opportunities in this terrific Midwestern city.My primary focus is on long-term buy, rehab, and hold projects in Jackson County, specifically Raytown, Independence, Lee's Summit, and South Kansas City.
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2 November 2011 | 1 reply
I hope to get to know most of you through these forums and eventually network with my closest ones!