Archive for May, 2026
What’s Happening at Atlanta REIA – May 15, 2026
Posted on May 15, 2026 byAtlanta’s HOTTEST LIVE, In Person
& Online REIA Club! See For Yourself…
In Today’s Atlanta REIA Update:
- MON, MAY 18TH at 11:30AM: Atlanta Landlord Luncheon at HOBNOB Neighborhood Tavern in Dunwoody
- MON, MAY 18TH at 6:30PM: The Beginning Investors Group (BIG) at Hudson Grille Sandy Springs. Join Us for “Real Estate Wealth Building Blueprint” with Luther Ragsdale
- TUE, MAY 19TH at NOON: Onsite Renovation Group at Finished Rehab in Decatur, GA
- WED at 7PM: Property Protege Group Coaching in Duluth
- Our Facebook Groups for Posting & Finding Deals
How Successful Investors Use Real Estate to Create Income, Build Equity & Achieve Financial Freedom in Today’s Market
with Luther Ragsdale
Join us at The Beginning Investors Group (BIG) Meeting with nationally recognized real estate educator, investor, broker, and coach Luther Ragsdale for a powerful live presentation focused on how successful investors strategically use real estate to create long-term income, opportunity, and wealth in today’s market. Luther has more than 30 years of real-world experience in brokerage, acquisition, investing, coaching, and wealth-building strategies.
What You Will Learn
- The mindset and habits of successful real estate investors
- How investors use real estate to create long-term wealth
- Single-family vs. multi-family investing strategies
- Why many investors transition into multi-family properties
- How to structure realistic financial and investment goals
- Understanding passive income and multiple streams of income
- Real-world examples of how investors generate cash flow
- The advantages of leverage and asset ownership
- Current market opportunities and what is working today
- Common mistakes investors make and how to avoid them
- How to analyze opportunities more strategically
- Long-term wealth building through acquisition and ownership
Who Should Attend
- New Real Estate Investors
- Passive Income Seekers
- Buy-and-Hold Investors
- Wholesalers & Flippers
- Real Estate Agents
- Multi-Family Investors
- Wealth Builders
Attendees receive over $500 in practical real estate investing education and resources – FREE
Bonus #1 – The Real Estate Investor Success Toolkit™
Estimated Value: $300
- Deal evaluation concepts
- Cash flow & wealth-building principles
- Single-family vs. multi-family comparisons
- Passive income development concepts
- Long-term portfolio growth principles
Bonus #2 – The Investor Mistake Prevention Guide™
Estimated Value: $200
- 10 Costly Mistakes That Destroy Profitability
- Overpaying & poor deal analysis prevention
- Financing & acquisition error avoidance
- Risk management principles
- Reserve & cash flow planning concepts
*TOTAL EDUCATIONAL VALUE: OVER $500 – FREE FOR ATTENDEES. Thanks Luther!
Location: Hudson Grille, 6317 Roswell Rd in Sandy Springs
Date: May 18th, 2026
Time: 6:30 PM (order food at before start)
Tickets: Non-Members RSVP Now!
If you want to buy investment properties, you need to join us! RSVP Now. Seats are limited.
Atlanta REIA Members can attend the meeting at no charge and not-yet-members can RSVP Online for $15 or pay $20 at the door.
The Beginning Investors Group (BIG) is an educational and networking group for new investors who are just getting started in real estate investing as well as “new again” real estate investors who’ve taken a few years off and are looking to get back in the game.
BIG is hosted by Don DeRosa who will be bringing in local and national real estate experts to teach new investors how to survive and thrive in our ever changing economy and real estate market. The entire purpose of the group is to help new investors get their first deal and help new again investors get their next deal.
This is a “dinner” group and we kindly request that you buy dinner and/or drinks since the Hudson Grille allows us to meet there. There will be lots of learning and lots of networking. Bring your deals and your haves, wants and needs to the meeting for discussion.
As always, Atlanta REIA Members can attend the meeting at no charge and not-yet-members can RSVP Online for $15 or pay $20 at the door.

Tues, May 19th at NOON
1633 Carter Rd, Decatur, GA
Renovation by Visions Group LLC
Funded by Chip Cagle of Longhorn Investments



Tuesday, May 19th @ NOON: The Onsite Renovation Group with Don DeRosa and Chrissy Griffin will be meeting at a newly completed rehab located at 1633 Carter Rd, Decatur, GA 30032. This property is now finished and under contract!
This beautifully transformed home at 1633 Carter Rd has been fully renovated by Natasha Turner of Visions Group LLC, with funding provided by Chip Cagle of Longhorn Investments. Originally a 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom home offering approximately 1,400 square feet on a generous 0.37-acre lot, the property has been thoughtfully redesigned to maximize space, flow, and functionality.
The original layout featured a closed-off floor plan where only the living and dining areas were visible upon entry. The former carport had been converted into an additional room, and while the home featured original hardwood floors throughout most of the house, the kitchen flooring was inconsistent with the rest of the home.
Today, the property has been completely reimagined into a spacious 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home. The former carport conversion has been transformed into a true owner’s suite, complete with a newly added private bathroom. The kitchen has been opened up to create a seamless view into the living room, enhancing the home’s flow and functionality. A stylish island has been added, making the space ideal for entertaining and everyday living.
Design upgrades include:
- New hardwood flooring installed for consistency throughout the home (with the exception of the primary bedroom)
- Hardwood floors stained a rich medium brown for a warm, modern finish
- New carpet installed in the primary bedroom for added comfort
- Accent walls for contemporary character and design appeal
- All new windows
- New interior and exterior doors
- Brand new HVAC system
- Newly created dedicated laundry room
Both bathrooms have been fully upgraded with luxurious finishes, delivering a modern and elevated aesthetic throughout.
This renovation blends thoughtful design, structural improvements, and high-quality finishes to deliver a move-in-ready home that meets today’s market expectations while maximizing value on a spacious Decatur lot.
If you want to learn about fixing and flipping houses for huge profits, mark your calendar and join us at the Onsite Renovation Group!

Atlanta REIA wants to thank New Western and Longhorn Investment for sponsoring the Onsite Renovation Group.

Every Wednesday at 7PM
Keller Williams, 1960 Satellite Blvd,
Suite 1500, Duluth, GA
By Calling or Texting Chrissy at 770-379-4501


Every Wednesday at 7PM: Join us at the Property Protege Group EVERY Wednesday at 7PM with Don DeRosa & Christine Griffin at Keller Williams, 1960 Satellite Blvd, Ste 1500, Duluth, GA. Please back in back and come in the back door of the building.
Are you interested in real estate investing? Come join us to learn how to analyze deals, explore different investment strategies, and network with like-minded individuals. Each week, we cover diverse topics in real estate to help you gain valuable insights and take the next step toward financial freedom.
Why Attend?
- Learn from experts and seasoned investors
- Get hands-on experience analyzing deals
- Network with aspiring and experienced investors
- Find answers to your real estate questions
Whether you’re a beginner or looking to sharpen your skills, this is the place to start!
Call or text Chrissy at 770-379-4501 for more information or to attend your first meeting at no charge.
Post Your Deals or Find Deals on Our Facebook Groups. Be sure to join…
- Atlanta Real Estate Investors Network
- Georgia Real Estate Investors Network
- Atlanta Wholesale Real Estate Deals
- Georgia Wholesale Real Estate Deals
See Our Full List of Facebook Groups at: https://atlantareia.com/facebook-groups-real-estate-investors/
What’s Happening at Atlanta REIA – May 8, 2026
Posted on May 8, 2026 byAtlanta's HOTTEST LIVE, In Person
& Online REIA Club! See For Yourself…
In Today's Atlanta REIA Update:
- MON, MAY 11TH at 5:30PM: Atlanta REIA Main Monthly Meeting & Vendor Trade Show
- WED at 7PM: Property Protege Group Coaching in Duluth
- Our Facebook Groups for Posting & Finding Deals
& Vendor Trade Show
3125 Presidential Pkwy, Atlanta, GA
Young Investors Building Financial Wealth Through Platforms & Smart Investing
Hosted by Don DeRosa with Caroline Catts, Precious Price & Derek Caffe
Atlanta REIA Members Can Attend for no charge.
Guests Can RSVP Online Now for $20 or Pay $25 at the Door.
Join us in person at the Atlanta REIA Main Meeting & Vendor Tradeshow on Monday, May 11th from 5:30PM-9PM at the City of Light located at 3125 Presidential Pkwy, Atlanta, GA for a Panel Discussion on “Young Investors Building Financial Wealth Through Platforms & Smart Investing” hosted by Don DeRosa with Caroline Catts, Precious Price and Derek Caffe.
What happens when young investors stop waiting for “someday” and start building wealth now?
Join us Monday night at Atlanta REIA for a powerful panel discussion featuring three young investors who are actively creating financial freedom through investing, entrepreneurship, platforms, and strategic wealth-building.
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| Caroline Catts | Precious Price | Derek Caffe |
They’ll be sharing:
- How they got started at a young age
- Mistakes they made early on
- What platforms and tools they’re using to grow income
- How they balance risk, investing, and real life
- Their mindset around money, business, and long-term wealth
- What they would tell someone just getting started today
This isn’t theory — these are real young entrepreneurs and investors in the trenches building wealth in today’s market.
Whether you’re a parent wanting your kids exposed to financial education, a beginner investor, or someone looking for inspiration and fresh perspective, this is going to be an eye-opening conversation.
RSVP Now below and come network, learn, and hear how the next generation is thinking differently about money and investing.
RSVP to Attend in Person at https://rsvp.atlantareia.com – This link is to attend the Atlanta REIA Meeting live and in person. There is no charge for members and guests pay $20 using this link or $25 at the door.
Business members can RSVP for a Vendor Table here at http://vendor.atlantareia.com. Vendor tables are available on a first come, first serve basis, so reserve your table now.
If you have any problem registering using these links, please call or text Chrissy at 770-379-4501.
How Investors Get Deals with Little to No Money Down
with Don DeRosa
Join Don DeRosa on May 11th at 6PM SHARP at our Meeting-Before-the-Meeting that we like to call the High Tech Home Buying Creative Deal Structuring Subgroup that meets one hour BEFORE the Atlanta REIA Main Monthly Event.
Want to learn how investors are finding deals with little to no money out of pocket?
Join us for our special “Meeting Before the Meeting” with Don DeRosa as he breaks down how to structure deals using driving for dollars and low-cash acquisition strategies in today’s market.
Before the main Atlanta REIA meeting begins, Don will walk through:
- How investors are buying houses creatively
- Ways to control property with very little money
- Negotiation techniques that create win-win deals
- Structuring terms sellers will actually say YES to
- Real-world examples of creative financing deals working right now
If you’ve been struggling to find deals, short on cash, or want to learn how seasoned investors put transactions together creatively, this is the session you do NOT want to miss.
Come early for the “Meeting Before the Meeting” and learn strategies that could completely change the way you invest.
Join us to find out for yourself at the Meeting-Before-the-Meeting each month where Don will teach you about different real estate investing purchase and sale strategies to put more money in your pocket as as well as state-of-the-art tools and techniques you’ll use to evaluate deals and figure out how to make them work. You'll learn to work less and earn more so you can spend more time where you want, when you want and with whom you want. RSVP Now!
Atlanta REIA Members Can Attend for no charge.
Guests Can RSVP Online Now for $20 or Pay $25 at the Door.
At 5:00 PM, we have a Vendor Trade Show that lasts throughout the meeting where you can come out and meet many of our participating Business Members and Vendor Guests who help sponsor our meeting.
Vendor tables are limited, so any vendors wanting to reserve a table for the Atlanta REIA meeting can Register for a Vendor Table here at https://Vendor.AtlantaREIA.com. Vendor tables are reserved and setup on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Every Wednesday at 7PM
Keller Williams, 1960 Satellite Blvd,
Suite 1500, Duluth, GA
By Calling or Texting Chrissy at 770-379-4501


Every Wednesday at 7PM: Join us at the Property Protege Group EVERY Wednesday at 7PM with Don DeRosa & Christine Griffin at Keller Williams, 1960 Satellite Blvd, Ste 1500, Duluth, GA. Please back in back and come in the back door of the building.
Are you interested in real estate investing? Come join us to learn how to analyze deals, explore different investment strategies, and network with like-minded individuals. Each week, we cover diverse topics in real estate to help you gain valuable insights and take the next step toward financial freedom.
Why Attend?
- Learn from experts and seasoned investors
- Get hands-on experience analyzing deals
- Network with aspiring and experienced investors
- Find answers to your real estate questions
Whether you’re a beginner or looking to sharpen your skills, this is the place to start!
Call or text Chrissy at 770-379-4501 for more information or to attend your first meeting at no charge.
Post Your Deals or Find Deals on Our Facebook Groups. Be sure to join…
- Atlanta Real Estate Investors Network
- Georgia Real Estate Investors Network
- Atlanta Wholesale Real Estate Deals
- Georgia Wholesale Real Estate Deals
See Our Full List of Facebook Groups at: https://atlantareia.com/facebook-groups-real-estate-investors/
What’s Happening at Atlanta REIA – May 4, 2026
Posted on May 4, 2026 byAtlanta’s HOTTEST LIVE, In Person
& Online REIA Club! See For Yourself…
In Today’s Atlanta REIA Update:
- TUE, MAY 5TH at NOON: Onsite Renovation Group Meets at 4246 Nora Ln NW, Duluth, GA 30096
- WED at 7PM: Property Protege Group Coaching in Duluth
- Our Facebook Groups for Posting & Finding Deals

LIVE Flip Walk-Through – See It Before the Transformation!
Tues, May 5th at NOON
4246 Nora Ln NW, Duluth, GA
With Don DeRosa, Chrissy Griffin
& Charles Curry


Tuesday, May 5th @ NOON: The Onsite Renovation Group with Don DeRosa and Chrissy Griffin will be meeting at 4246 Nora Ln NW, Duluth, GA 30096.
Want to see what a real deal looks like before the magic happens?
We’re opening the doors for a LIVE On-Site Renovation Walk-Through with one of our coaching students, Charles Curry — and this is a perfect one to learn from.
Join Us and You’ll See:
- A 3 bed / 2 bath ranch on a slab
- Just completed full clean-out (this is the raw stage investors rarely get to see)
- A 4-week cosmetic renovation plan
- Strategic wall removal to open up the layout
- Expansion of the master bathroom
- “Before” condition + what’s going IN next
What You’ll Learn:
- How to walk a property and identify the right renovation scope
- Where to spend vs. save on a cosmetic flip
- How to plan a fast 4-week turnaround
- Layout changes that increase value (without overbuilding)
- Real numbers, real decisions, real-time strategy
This is exactly how our students are learning to analyze, renovate, and profit — not from a classroom… but in the field.
If you’ve ever wondered:
- “What should I actually do to a house like this?”
- “How do I not overspend on a rehab?”
- “What adds the most value?”
See you on site!
If you want to learn about fixing and flipping houses for huge profits, RSVP Now at http://onsite.atlantareia.com for the Onsite Renovation Group. Atlanta REIA Members can attend at no charge. Non-Members for $15.
The Onsite Renovation Group is being sponsored by New Western and Longhorn Investment.

Every Wednesday at 7PM
Keller Williams, 1960 Satellite Blvd,
Suite 1500, Duluth, GA
By Calling or Texting Chrissy at 770-379-4501


Every Wednesday at 7PM: Join us at the Property Protege Group EVERY Wednesday at 7PM with Don DeRosa & Christine Griffin at Keller Williams, 1960 Satellite Blvd, Ste 1500, Duluth, GA. Please back in back and come in the back door of the building.
Are you interested in real estate investing? Come join us to learn how to analyze deals, explore different investment strategies, and network with like-minded individuals. Each week, we cover diverse topics in real estate to help you gain valuable insights and take the next step toward financial freedom.
Why Attend?
- Learn from experts and seasoned investors
- Get hands-on experience analyzing deals
- Network with aspiring and experienced investors
- Find answers to your real estate questions
Whether you’re a beginner or looking to sharpen your skills, this is the place to start!
Call or text Chrissy at 770-379-4501 for more information or to attend your first meeting at no charge.
Post Your Deals or Find Deals on Our Facebook Groups. Be sure to join…
- Atlanta Real Estate Investors Network
- Georgia Real Estate Investors Network
- Atlanta Wholesale Real Estate Deals
- Georgia Wholesale Real Estate Deals
See Our Full List of Facebook Groups at: https://atlantareia.com/facebook-groups-real-estate-investors/






