Blackstone has been a big player in the Sacramento market since August 2012.

I agree with Aaron that 1st position trust deeds should probably be your dominant investment given you goals.

They are a large regional player in the Midwest and Southeast.

Since it's your first meeting - I recommend going there and just listen/get a feel for the group & the membersThings that should be going through your mind*who are the big players in the meeting?

Margins are very tight on condos in L.A. most of the players at auctions are large companies that make money through volume, they have access to cheap labor and materials because they operate on a large scale.

I invest myself and could introduce you to some key players in the area.

If you are not on the inside or setting at the table with the main players it's normally a loss precious time (yours).

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Originally posted by @Dominic Mazzarella:@Arpan PatelAppreciate the advice.

The big players quickly work themselves into alternative investments that are still RE but not the same things that everyone gets gooey eyed over.