Real Estate Development & Pickleball: Adam's Vision for Forum & Community Spaces
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Come listen to and learn from Adam Eskola. Adam is going to talk all about the ins and out to developing a mixed use property which includes a pickleball court.
Adam saw Forum was a once in a lifetime opportunity to innovate within the fastest growing sport in history. Adam was uniquely positioned to leverage his experience in real estate development and ownership of ATE Recreation, a pickleball court builder.
Forum's motto is Play Work Meet, and it's mission is to provide healthy entertainment that connects the community. Under one roof you can play pickleball, golf, and enjoy the health club gym, locker room, and saunas.
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Adam Eskola
Adam Eskola is an aspiring real estate developer and founder of Forum, a mixed use indoor pickleball facility in Delano that is under construction and set to open this spring.
Before creating Forum, Adam worked for three years in muli-family affordable housing development. The past two years he has spent building ATE Recreation, a sport court building business that he started.
Adam saw Forum was a once in a lifetime opportunity to innovate within the fastest growing sport in history. Adam was uniquely positioned to leverage his experience in real estate development and ownership of ATE Recreation, a pickleball court builder.
Forum's motto is Play Work Meet, and it's mission is to provide healthy entertainment that connects the community. Under one roof you can play pickleball, golf, and enjoy the health club gym, locker room, and saunas.
How to Efficiently Manage Rental Properties Ft. Steve Taylor
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Join us for an exciting real estate investor meetup where we dive into the strategies that Steve Taylor uses to effectively manage his rental portfolio in both Minnesota and Florida.
Whether you’re a new investor looking to buy your first property or a seasoned property manager wanting to sharpen your skills, this event is perfect for you!
Steve will cover key topics like how to find and screen the right tenants, tips on conducting successful showings, and the best practices for collecting rent efficiently. He'll also share insights on the differences between managing short-term and long-term rentals, providing valuable tips on how to succeed in both markets.
Come ready to learn, ask questions, and connect with others in the real estate world. Whether you’re aiming to get started or level up your property management game, Steve’s firsthand knowledge and practical advice will be invaluable.
Don’t miss this opportunity to gain new tools and strategies to help grow your real estate investment portfolio!
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Steve Taylor
Steve Taylor is a realtor and investor both in the Minneapolis market and the Gulfport, Florida market. Steve has owned many properties, both single family and multi-family as well as short term rentals and long term rentals. He has successfully built ADU's in Minneapolis effectively turning a single family property into a duplex.
Steve has extensive knowledge in all things real estate and is a seasoned investor.
1031 Exchange Overview & Passive Investment Solutions
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🏡 Welcome to our Real Estate Investor Networking Event, where we're excited to explore the ins and outs of 1031 tax exchanges with the knowledgeable Joe Vesey from Clark Wealth Strategies!
🎤 Imagine stepping into a lively room filled with passionate investors and professionals, all eager to learn and share their experiences. That's the atmosphere we're crafting just for you.
🌟 Our esteemed speaker, Joe Vesey, isn't just here to talk; he's here to educate and empower you. With years of expertise in wealth strategies, Joe will break down the complexities of 1031 tax exchanges, ensuring you understand how to leverage them for maximum benefit.
💼 This session isn't just about the basics. Joe will guide you through the entire process of using a 1031 exchange correctly, from identifying qualifying properties to navigating the timelines and avoiding common pitfalls. You'll walk away with a clear roadmap to make the most of this powerful tax-deferral strategy.
🔍 Got questions? Joe's interactive approach means you'll have plenty of opportunities to ask, discuss, and dive deep into the specifics of your unique situations. His goal is to make sure you leave feeling confident and ready to apply what you've learned.
🗣️ Plus, this event is a prime opportunity to network with fellow investors, share insights, and build valuable connections in the real estate community.
🤝 Whether you're a seasoned investor looking to refine your strategies or a newcomer eager to learn, this event is tailored to equip you with the knowledge and tools to succeed. Join us for an informative and engaging evening, and let's master the art of 1031 tax exchanges together!
Navigating Contract for Deeds and Seller Financing with Peter Frank
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🏡 Welcome to our Real Estate Investor Networking Event, where we're thrilled to delve into the intricacies of contract for deeds and seller financing with the esteemed attorney, Peter Frank!
🎤 Imagine walking into a room filled with enthusiastic investors and professionals, all eager to deepen their understanding of seller financing. That's the atmosphere we're crafting just for you.
🌟 Our special guest, Peter Frank, isn't just any attorney; he's a seasoned expert in real estate law with a wealth of knowledge to share. Peter will break down the complexities of contract for deeds, helping you understand how to navigate these agreements confidently.
💼 Learn how to leverage this tool to create win-win scenarios for both buyers and sellers, and discover how to structure deals that benefit all parties involved.
🗣️ This is more than just an event; it's a chance to network with like-minded individuals, share experiences, and build valuable connections in the real estate community.
🤝 Whether you're an experienced investor or just starting out, this event is designed to equip you with the knowledge and tools to excel. Join us for an informative and engaging evening, and let's unlock the potential of contract for deeds and seller financing together!
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Peter Frank
Peter Frank focuses his practice on real estate and business law. Peter has a wealth of experience with the intersection of business and the law. Before Peter attended law school, he worked as a manager at Best Buy, Inc.’s corporate office in Richfield, Minnesota. Peter’s business experience gives him the perspective he needs to understand that taking legal action only makes sense when it is likely to achieve a positive business outcome. Peter looks at every case and every client individually and always endeavors to find the right solution to deliver value to his clients.
Before working for GDO Law, Peter was a Judicial Law Clerk for the Honorable Thomas M. Fitzpatrick in the Tenth Judicial District of Minnesota. Peter graduated summa cum laude from William Mitchell College of Law where he was a staff member of the William Mitchell Law Review. Peter earned his undergraduate degree from Saint Cloud State University where he graduated cum laude.
In his free time, Peter enjoys reading, cheering for the Twins and Vikings, and spending time with his wife, Gayle.
https://www.gdolaw.com/peter-frank
Wholesale Mastery: Unlocking Success in Real Estate Investing with Cody Galloway
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🏡 Welcome to THE Real Estate Investor Networking Event, where we're diving deep into the world of wholesaling with the expert himself, Cody Galloway!
🎤 Picture this: You walk into a room filled with like-minded individuals eager to crack the code of real estate investing. That is what we are all after.
🌟 Our guest speaker, Cody Galloway, isn't just here to share tips and tricks; he's here to transform the way you approach wholesaling. With years of experience under his belt, Cody knows the ins and outs of the game, and he's ready to spill the beans on how to wholesale like a pro.
💼 But hey, it's not just about wholesaling correctly; it's about building a thriving business in the world of real estate. Cody's got the roadmap to success, and he's ready to guide you through it step by step.
🔍 Ever wondered how to find those golden off-market leads? Look no further. Cody's got the inside scoop on uncovering those hidden gems that could turn your business around.
🗣️ Get ready for an interactive session where you can ask questions, share insights, and connect with fellow investors. After all, networking is key in this industry, and we're providing the perfect platform for you to expand your circle.
🤝 So whether you're a seasoned investor looking to level up or a newbie eager to learn the ropes, this event is tailor-made for you. Come join us, soak up the knowledge, and let's make some real estate magic happen together!
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Cody Galloway
Cody is a community builder. Whether in his role in business development, or in the cage as an MMA fighter and coach, Cody has brought people together his entire career. Cody’s vision is to create a community that is open, transparent, and serves the best interests of homeowners and investors alike. His goal is to bring all stakeholders together to break down the barriers between agents, wholesalers, creative financing investors, and the communities that they serve.
Buying a 62 unit hotel by 26 years old
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Come to our monthly meeting and hear the incredible story of how Micah Haworth secured a staggering $5.5 million in real estate investments, including a hotel, all within a mere seven months.
At just 26 years old, Micah has achieved remarkable milestones, including acquiring a 62-unit hotel and two apartment buildings. This feat has added 85 units to his portfolio in a mere 7 months. Micah's relentless pursuit of knowledge and unwavering dedication have been the driving forces behind his success. With meticulous attention to detail, he has perfected expert underwriting skills which has lead to the growth of his portfolio and his network.
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Micah Haworth
At just 26 years old, Micah has achieved remarkable milestones, including acquiring a 62-unit hotel and two apartment buildings. This feat has added 85 units to his portfolio in a mere 7 months. Micah's relentless pursuit of knowledge and unwavering dedication have been the driving forces behind his success. With meticulous attention to detail, he has perfected expert underwriting skills which has lead to the growth of his portfolio and his network.
Case Study on 24 unit apartment building
Learn from our great speaker, Mike Moe, about the acquisition strategy, value add plan and the deal structure of a real apartment deal. Mike is a well known investor and realtor in the twin cities market. Whether you have many properties or are just learning the lingo, this will be an educational event you won't want to miss!
Post Renovation Property Tour
Come tour my latest investment property post renovations. Learn how I financed the property, the renovations and what the plans are for the property going forward.
Please reserve a ticket below as space will be limited, but also so you can receive the address.
Saving Big with 1031 Exchanges: Money-Saving Secrets of Real Estate Investing
Join us for an insightful real estate investing meetup as we dive deep into the world of 1031 exchanges and discover the money-saving secrets they hold. If you're new to real estate investing or seeking to expand your knowledge, this event is tailored to equip you with the essential information needed to maximize your financial gains.
Our featured speaker is a seasoned 1031 intermediary who will unravel the intricacies of this powerful tax strategy. Learn how a 1031 exchange allows you to defer capital gains taxes and reinvest your profits into new properties, amplifying your investment potential. Discover the strategic advantages of utilizing this IRS-sanctioned method, unlocking a world of opportunities to grow your real estate portfolio while minimizing tax liabilities.
During this meetup, we will explore the fundamental principles of 1031 exchanges, including the eligibility criteria, identification rules, timelines, and various investment options available. Our expert speaker will share real-life case studies and success stories to illustrate the significant financial advantages achieved through these exchanges. You'll gain valuable insights on how to leverage 1031 exchanges to save money, boost cash flow, and generate long-term wealth.
Whether you're a novice investor looking to kickstart your real estate journey or a seasoned pro seeking to optimize your investment strategy, this meetup is designed to provide practical guidance and actionable tips for success. Network with like-minded individuals, exchange ideas, and connect with industry professionals who can offer further guidance on your real estate investing journey.
Don't miss this opportunity to discover the money-saving secrets of 1031 exchanges and gain a competitive edge in the real estate market. Reserve your spot today and get ready to unlock the full potential of your investments!
Building a Long Term Wealth Plan
This month we are fortunate to have local Real Estate Investor and Real Estate Investing Coach, Glenn Williams, presenting on how to build a long term wealth plan that fits your life. Whether you have 0 or 20 properties you can always learn more or modify your plans to better suit your needs. This is an event you wont want to miss.
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Glenn Williams started investing in rentals in 1995. There have been plenty of ups and downs over the years of becoming a Broker, wholesaler, rental property provider, running a rehabbing business, and now predominantly running RehabbingU, a rehabbing coaching business designed to help aspiring rehabbers to avoid common pitfalls and accelerate their success in the business. He left his job to go full time, then went back to a day job after failing to take the necessary actions in order to achieve success in his first full time investing attempt. After understanding what it takes to be successful he jumped back into rehabbing full time in 2012 and has found his success by getting out of his own way by hiring quality team members to allow him to focus on higher level growth and strategic items.
Transforming Distressed Properties into Profitable Investments
Are you a real estate investor looking to learn more about renovating properties in complete disrepair? Look no further than our upcoming meetup event, featuring a guest speaker who is a general contractor and investor with extensive experience in rehabilitating distressed properties.
During this event, you will have the opportunity to learn from a seasoned professional who has successfully transformed neglected and dilapidated properties into highly desirable living spaces. Our guest speaker will share their expertise on a wide range of topics, including:
Identifying properties with potential for profitable renovation
Developing a comprehensive renovation plan and budget
Managing a renovation project from start to finish
Maximizing the return on investment through strategic upgrades and improvements
In addition to the guest speaker's presentation, this event will also provide ample opportunity for networking and connecting with other real estate investors. Whether you are a seasoned pro or just starting out, this meetup is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the lucrative world of property renovation and investment.
So come join us and gain the knowledge and connections you need to take your real estate investment career to the next level!
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Rashad Kennedy
Rashad Kennedy , owner of That Property Place LLC (home buying company) Kennedy Property Development (general contracting company)
We buy distressed single family, multifamily, commercial properties, and land for new developments. To either resale or hold.
Went full time in 2020 after having enough cash flow to cover my living expenses.
Currently working on
-11 unit conversion in Saint Paul (9 residential , 2 commercial)
-3 single family flips
-6 unit apartment conversion in Red Wing
- 4 unit remodel in Minneapolis
- 4 duplexes (3 Saint Paul, 1 Minneapolis)
-Developing 16 townhome units in maplewood and 2 townhomes in Saint Paul in summit hill neighborhood
Learn the In’s and Out’s of Seller Financing
Have you tried to buy an investment property, but could not get pre approved for the amount needed? Have you been trying to buy property but can’t make a deal work in this market? With interest rates being as high as they are, this has driven many people to explore the world of seller financing. There are many different types of seller financing and they can usually lead to both happy buyers and happy sellers.
This month we are joined by some rockstars who are buying lots of properties using seller financing methods. I am happy to announce that Tyler Brickle, Tyler Santos, and John Anderson of Realty WRX will be presenting how they are currently buying properties using these methods!
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Tyler Brickle, Tyler Santos, John Anderson
Tyler Brickle is a 31 year old Realtor and Real Estate Investor. With a proven track record of buying 30 units in 6 months with almost no money out of pocket, Tyler is a knowledgeable and experienced real estate professional.
Originally from Colorado, Tyler had a successful career in the corporate world with Best Buy, Sonos and Nissan. Driven by a passion for Real Estate Investment, Tyler has honed his skills in identifying, acquiring, and managing investment properties to maximize their returns.
Tyler Santos is a real estate agent and investor with a passion for helping clients navigate the ever-changing real estate landscape. Born and raised on the beautiful Nantucket Island in Massachusetts, Tyler moved to Minnesota in 2019 with his wife and 7-year-old twins. Tyler quickly made a name for himself as a go-to real estate expert in the area.
Tyler discovered his love for real estate through websites like Bigger Pockets and by reading extensively on the subject. He believes that staying up-to-date on the latest trends and innovations in the industry is key to providing his clients with top-notch service. Tyler loves creative finance because it allows him to offer a multitude of solutions to sellers.
John Anderson is a real estate investor and broker with a career spanning over a decade. He got his start in 2012 in Fargo, North Dakota, wholesaling and buying houses using creative financing techniques. Since then, he has completed hundreds of real estate transactions throughout his career.
Along with real estate investing, John is also the broker/owner of Realty WRX, leveraging his expertise to help clients make informed decisions about buying and selling properties. Originally from Cambridge, Minnesota, John attended Concordia College in Moorhead where he graduated with a degree in Social Studies Education and played football. While teaching in West Fargo, he began educating himself on real estate, eventually leading him to pursue a career in the industry.
A fun fact about John is that the first rental property he owned was purchased "subject to" where he wrote the deed and closed on the deal himself. This experience gave him a firsthand understanding of the challenges and rewards of buying and selling properties and helped shape his approach to real estate investing. Today, John is a skilled and knowledgeable professional with the ability to put creative win-win deals together and has a passion for helping people make smart decisions when it comes to real estate.
Mid-Term Rental Investor Q&A
Are you interested in learning about short term rentals? Thought that a short term rental would be a good investment, but don't know the first thing about them? This meetup will be perfect for you. Come listen to local investors Hadley and Janine talk about strategy, expenses, income etc. This is a can't miss event if you are interested in short term rentals!
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Multifamily Case Study and Finding Partners
We are joined this month by local real estate investor Mike Moe. Mike has been gracious enough to come and present a case study for a recently purchased multi family property as well as talk about how he finds partner(s), what he looks for in a partner, whether it be a financial partner or an active partner and how to know you found the right partner for what you are looking for.
In his case study Mike will cover:
How many units the property was
Price per door
How he found it
How he underwrote it
how you put an offer on larger multifamily properties
what his due diligence period consisted of
Was it value add and in what way
What is the strategy for the property
Investor Lender Panel
As many of you know figuring out the lending side of real estate investing can be the toughest and most complicated part. Today more than ever financing can be very complicated and expensive. Whether you are looking to buy a personal home or investment property, understanding what loan products are available and the cost of those loans is important.
For this great panel we are going to have local hard money lender, Sean Blomquist, with Pine Financial talk about the loans they offer and common mistakes investors make using hard money.
Sean will be joined by Howard Bailey with edge home finance. Howard is a mortgage broker which means he can shop loan products and interest rates. This is important as it means they can often find you the cheapest rate and the best loan product for what you are looking for.
Our third lender is George Pegg. He operates a Minnesota mortgage branch at Cross Country Mortgage and they also have branch locations in IL, NC and FL. Since they lend in all 50 states they frequently work with investors purchasing all over the country. His team member Stephani is a 20+ year underwriting expert and is one of the country's foremost loan structuring experts and his team is very well versed in investing and investment loan products. Some of the financing products they have available for investors are:
Bank statement loans
DSCR- unlimited # of financed properties
Reduced documentation
Fix and flip investment products
Renovation loans
ITIN loans for borrowers with no SS#
This is going to be a "can't miss event"! There will be a lot of knowledge and experience in the room, you can't miss out on this. I look forward to seeing everyone there!
In Person Property Tour
You all have asked for it and now it is here!
Come tour a recently purchased rehab property! Get a peek behind the scenes and learn about the rehab process. Steve Taylor will walk us through his new purchase.
We will cover how Steve found the property, how he financed the property, what his renovation plans are and what his end goal with the property is. With a changing market it is necessary to have multiple exit strategies. We will discuss the several strategies used by investors including the BRRRR, flip, contract for deed or simply a buy and hold
Property Management Panel
Whether you are brand new to Real Estate Investing, or own a lot of properties, knowing how to properly manage your rentals is challenging. Are you curious to find out how to advertise your available rental, how to screen tenants, how to handle maintenance requests and how to handle move out inspections? These are just a few of the concerns many investors have.
For this networking event we will have 3 local investors who manage their own properties and or work in property management as well. We are proud to have Geoff Markham, Elzie McGee and Corey Hawkinson speak on this panel of experts.
Make sure and bring all your property management questions!
How to Buy Apartment Buildings, Navigate Rent Control and find Profitable Deals
Come enjoy free beer at Nine Mile Brewing and network with some of the best real estate investors around! This awesome event will have local syndicators Anthony Vicino and Dan Krueger speaking about the in's and out's of buying apartment buildings in the Minneapolis and Saint Paul metros. A lot has changed in these markets recently, including rent control, screening requirements and Covid regulations. Anthony and Dan will speak on how they navigate these obstacles as well as how they find their deals, how they find money to buy these buildings and even how they identify a good deal.
This event will be a huge education event, as well as an amazing networking opportunity! Did I mention that Anthony and Dan met each other at a similar local real estate investing networking event? Also, did I mention free beer!?
Growing a Portfolio of Over 80 Units Using Creative Financing Before Turning 25
Are you interested in investing in real estate? Have you been trying to buy a property, but keep losing out to higher offers? Have you heard of creative financing, but not sure how that works?
Then you need to hear Eric Schmid speak about how he has used seller financing to help build a large portfolio of 80+ units by 25 years old. Eric has grown this portfolio by focusing on direct to seller marketing. This strategy is helping him avoid sellers that have multiple interested buyers and allows him to present creative financing options.
Come network with Eric and other investors and learn how people are buying deals in this market.