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Webcast on Using the iPad with Don DeRosaDon DeRosa was our special guest on the January 2011 What’s Hot in Real Investing Webcast. Everyone has probably heard about the hot new iPad by now, but many think its just a cool new toy. On this webcast, Don showed us how he uses the iPad as an integral TOOL to run his real estate investing business and not just as a TOY. Watch the webcast replay to see how the iPad and the right training can totally revolutionize your real estate investing business in 2011 and beyond! Read More→

The Real Estate Junkie Webcast with Kimberlee FrankThis was our first Real Estate Junkie Webcast of 2011 with Kimberlee Frank. On this webcast, Kimberlee talked about how 2011 is one of the best years ever to invest in real estate and how you can do it with “no money” and “no credit!” She explained why “what has worked in the previous years isn’t working NOW!!” She has worked 500+ deals so she not only talks the talk, Kimberlee walks the walk!  On this webcast, Kimberlee her guts on the following changes in real estate techniques, which will start your 2011 off with a BANG! Read More→

Webcast on Using the iPad with Don DeRosaDon DeRosa is this month’s special guest on the What’s Hot in Real Investing Webcast. Everyone has probably heard about the hot new iPad, but most think its just a toy. Well, this month, on January 18th at 7PM ET, Don is going to show us how he uses the iPad as an integral TOOL to run his real estate investing business and not just as a TOY. Log on in to see how the iPad and the right training can totally revolutionize your real estate investing business in 2011 and beyond! Register for the Webcast Now!

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Dyches BoddifordOn January 20th at 7PM ET, we’re having a very special webcast with local real estate investor and trainer Dyches Boddiford who will be giving his “State of the Real Estate Market Address” for 2011.  On this webcast you will learn:

  • What will the real estate market be like in 2011?
  • What should you do to hedge your position to take advantage of opportunities and avoid the pitfalls?
  • What are the market trends and why? How will you adjust your business plan for this changes in the market?

Come hear Dyches Boddiford discuss his take on these topics based on his study and 30 years’ experience.  Bring your questions for discussion as well. This is a rare learning opportunity you don’t want to miss! Register for the Webcast Now!

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Atlanta REIA News for Jan 17th, 2011

Posted on January 16, 2011 by

What’s Happening at Atlanta REIA
This Week and Next…

We Have a Lot Going on This Week & Next for the Active Investor… Workshops, Meetings, Webcasts & More!

Mon, Jan 17 @ 11:00 AM: Movers & Shakers with Dyches Boddiford

Dyches BoddifordNEW MEETING! Movers and Shakers is a new educational and networking subgroup led by Gordon Catts for intermediate and advanced investors rather than new investors. The group meets on the 3rd Monday of each month at the 5 Seasons Brewing located at 3655 Old Milton Parkway in Alpharetta, GA (Map). The doors open at 11:00 AM and the program officially starts at 11:30 AM. Atlanta REIA members can attend at no charge and non-members for $5.00. Dyches Boddiford will be giving his “State of the Real Estate Market Address” and tell us what is in store for active real estate investors in 2011 so don’t miss out!

Tue, Jan 18 @ 7:00 PM: What’s Hot in REI Webcast with Don Derosa

Don DeRosa is this month’s special guest on the What’s Hot in Real Investing Webcast. Everyone has probably heard about the hot new iPad. This month, Don is going to show us how he uses the iPad as an integral TOOL to run his real estate investing business and not just as a TOY. Register for the Webcast Now!

Tue, Jan 19 @ 6:00 PM: Atlanta REIA North on Using Investor Websites

Real Estate Investor WebsitesRon LeGrand and many other gurus have been talking a lot lately about how important it is to have a good real estate investor website to do business in the Internet age. At this month’s Atlanta REIA North Meeting, Dustin Griffin will be speaking how you can websites to generate, capture and manage your buyer and seller leads and automate many of your real estate investing tasks. He will also show Atlanta REIA Members how they can get Super Smart’s state of the art real estate investors websites and SAVE BIG. If you’ve been waiting to get a great deal on a your real estate investor websites, now is your chance! Atlanta REIA North meets on Wednesday, January 19th from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at 1960 Skylar Hill Dr, Suite D in Buford, GA (Map) in North Gwinnett County just a few miles from the Mall of GA. Atlanta REIA Members may attend the Atlanta REIA North Meeting no charge. Guests may attend for $5.00.

Tue, Jan 19 @ 6:00 PM: Late Nite Networking North

Late Nite Networking for Real Estate ProfessionalsImmediately after the Atlanta REIA North Monthly Meeting, we will reconvene at the Mall of Georgia Taco Mac (Map) for Late Nite Networking. We hope you will come out and eat, drink, network, learn and have fun with us!

Thu, Jan 20 @ 1:30 PM: Haves & Wants Meeting

Haves and Wants Weekly Meeting for Real Estate Deal MakersThe Haves and Wants Meeting, run by Joe Thompson, is a weekly investor’s brainstorming and deal making jam session held at 5 Seasons Brewing located at 5600 Roswell Rd in Sandy Springs (Map) at the “Prado”. They meet EVERY Thursday (except major holidays) from 1:30 PM till approximately 3:00 PM.

Thu, Jan 20 @ 7:00 PM: Live Webcast with Dyches Boddiford

Dyches BoddifordIf you missed local real estate investor, expert and trainer Dyches Boddiford at the Movers & Shakers Meeting on Jan 17th, you have a chance to hear him again live and in person on our Jan 20th webcast. On this special webcast, Dyches will be giving his “State of the Real Estate Market Address” and tell us what is in store for active real estate investors in 2011. This is a rare opportunity you don’t want to miss… Register for the Webcast Now!

Sat, Jan 22 @ 9:30 AM: Hidden Profits in Real Estate Research

Gordon CattsAt this workshop, Gordon Catts will teach you insider secrets of locating property, lenders & other investors, as well as how to research ownership & mortgage information, sale prices, liens & judgments, etc. The Workshop will be on Saturday, Jan 22 from 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM at 1960 Skylar Hill Dr, Suite D in Buford, GA (Map). Click here for more information.

Sun, Jan 23 @ 6:30 PM: Cash Flow Game Night in Suwanee

Atlanta REIA Cash Flow Players GroupThe Atlanta REIA Cashflow Players Group, led by Alan McDonald, is a place where individuals can learn to take control of their financial future by playing Robert Kiyosaki’s educational Cashflow 101 and Cashflow 202 board games. We are meeting on Sunday, January 23rd at Taco Mac located at 3443 Lawrenceville Suwanee Road in Suwanee, GA (map).

Atlanta REIA Charter Membership Status Ends January 31st!

Our Charter Membership Drive, which began on October 4th, will end on January 31st, 2011. This does not mean that you can’t still become an Atlanta REIA Member, it just means that you will not forever be classified as a “Charter” or “Founding Member” of the Atlanta Real Estate Investors Alliance. Join Atlanta REIA Now for a little as $100/year! Again we thank you for your support!

Atlanta REIA Main Meeting is Moving to the W Hotel Perimeter

W Hotel Atlanta PerimeterIMPORTANT NOTICE: Atlanta REIA will be moving to an upscale new venue at the W Hotel Atlanta Perimeter located at 111 Perimeter Center West, Atlanta, GA (map) just across the street from Perimeter Mall. Members and guests can arrive early at 5:00 PM and mingle in the hotel lobby and lounge. We will begin setting up the meeting room at 5:30PM and getting ready for the Haves and Wants Speed Marketing Session which will begin at 6:00 PM sharp. Free parking is available for members and guests in the parking lot conveniently located behind the hotel.

Movers & Shakers Monthly Lunch MeetingMovers and Shakers is an brand new Atlanta REIA educational and networking group led by Gordon Catts that is designed to meet the interests  and needs of intermediate and advanced investors. Our first meeting is on Monday, January 17th at 11:00 AM at the 5 Seasons Brewing located at 3655 Old Milton Parkway in Alpharetta, GA (map). The doors open at 11:00 AM and the program officially starts at 11:30 AM. Atlanta REIA members can attend at no charge and non-members for $5.00. This meeting will take place each month at the same location on the 3rd Monday of each month, so update your calendar and be sure to attend!

Dyches BoddifordOur special guest at this month’s Movers & Shakers Meeting will be Dyches Boddiford, a 30 Year veteran of the Atlanta Real Estate Market. Dyches will will be sharing his thoughts on:

  • What will the real estate market be like in 2011?
  • What should you do to hedge your position to take advantage of opportunities and avoid the pitfalls?
  • What are the market trends and why?
  • How will you adjust your business plan for these changes in the market?

Come hear Dyches discuss his take on these topics based on his 30 years of experience investing in the Atlanta real estate market. Bring your questions for discussion as well. We look forward to seeing you there!

The Movers and Shakers Monthly Lunch Meeting

Ron LeGrandJUST ANNOUNCED: Ron will be doing a special Teleseminar TONIGHT at 7PM ET for those attending, or thinking about attending, his Fast Track to Wealth Seminar this weekend in Atlanta. It is not too late to register to attend live and in person or via our live internet simulcast if you are snowed in at home.

To join us on the call Tonight, Thursday, January 13th at 7:00 PM ET, dial 507-726-3200 and use pass code is 44039#.

Atlanta REIA South Monthly Meetup, scheduled to occur on Thursday, January 13, 2011 6:30 PM has been cancelled due to potential icy road conditions this evening.

So instead, stay home, stay warm and join us on a Special Teleseminar TONIGHT at 7PM ET with RON LEGRAND!

To join us on the call, dial 507-726-3200 and use pass code is 44039#.

And don’t forget, Ron has his Fast Track to Wealth Seminar this week with Atlanta REIA. Click here for more details or to register online.

Atlanta REIA News for Jan 10th, 2011

Posted on January 10, 2011 by

What’s Happening at Atlanta REIA
This Week and Next…

We Have a Lot Going on This Week & Next for the Active Investor… Workshops, Meetings, Webcasts & More!

Mon, Jan 10th: Haves & Wants Speed Marketing Replay is Online!

This is our very first Haves and Wants Speed Marketing Session that we recorded live at our January 3, 2011 New Year Atlanta REIA Meeting. This is a new 30 minute session at our Atlanta REIA Main Monthly Meeting that starts at 6:00 PM on the 1st Monday of the month and is hosted by Joe Thompson. Join us at our next Atlanta REIA Meeting on Feb 7th at W Hotel Atlanta Perimeter and you too can take part in the Speed Marketing Session. Thanks Joe and Alan for making this possible. Watch Now!

Tue, Jan 11 @ NOON: Pre-Workshop Call with Ron LeGrand

If you already registered for Ron LeGrand’s Fast Track to Wealth Seminar on Jan 15th, you are invited to the Pre-Event Call at 12:00 PM Noon on January 11th to prepare you for the upcoming training event. You must register for the workshop to get the call in number and password. This is a VERY IMPORTANT CALL and may result in getting you a deal. We will talk about hot to collect leads and what to expect. Ron will be calling many of these leads at the training event. If you haven’t signed up, Register Now so you can be on this important call.

Tue, Jan 11 @ 7:00 PM: The Real Estate Junkie Webcast (New!)

On the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 7PM ET, Kimberlee Frank is going to teach you real world investing strategies and techniques that work in today’s troubled economy and real estate market. Register for the Webcast Now!

Thu, Jan 13 @ 1:30 PM: Haves & Wants Meeting

The Haves and Wants Meeting, run by Joe Thompson, is a weekly investor’s brainstorming and deal making jam session held at 5 Seasons Brewing located at 5600 Roswell Rd in Sandy Springs (Map) at the “Prado”. They meet EVERY Thursday (except major holidays) from 1:30 PM till approximately 3:00 PM.

Thu, Jan 13 @ 6:30 PM: Atlanta REIA South Meeting

The Atlanta REIA South Monthly Meeting, run by Reggie Jackson, is held on the 2nd Thursday of each month at 6:30 PM at Ryan’s Restaurant located at 5425 North Henry Blvd in Stockbridge, GA (Map). Please show up at 6:30 PM to eat and network before the meeting officially starts at 7:00 PM. Atlanta REIA Members may attend at no charge. Guests may attend for $5.00.

Thu, Jan 13 @ 9:00 PM: Late Nite Networking South

Immediately after the Atlanta REIA South Monthly Meeting, we will reconvene at the Stockbridge Taco Mac (Map) for Late Nite Networking. We hope you will come out and eat, drink, network, learn and have fun with us!

Sat, Jan 15 @ 8:00 AM: Ron LeGrand’s Fast Track to Wealth

Ron LeGrandWould you like to spend a day with a real estate investing legend? This is your personal invitation to join Ron LeGrand at his Fast Track to Wealth Seminar on January 15th starting at 8AM (Registration starts at 7AM) at the Renaissance Atlanta Waverly Hotel located at 2450 Galleria Parkway SE in Atlanta, GA. Click here for more information or to register online.

Mon, Jan 17 @ 11:00 AM: Movers & Shakers with Dyches Boddiford

Movers and Shakers is a new educational and networking subgroup led by Gordon Catts for intermediate and advanced investors rather than new investors. The group meets on the 3rd Monday of each month at the 5 Seasons Brewing located at 3655 Old Milton Parkway in Alpharetta, GA (Map). The doors open at 11:00 AM and the program officially starts at 11:30 AM. Atlanta REIA members can attend at no charge and non-members for $5.00. Dyches Boddiford will be giving his “State of the Real Estate Market Address” and tell us what is in store for active real estate investors in 2011 so don’t miss out!

Tue, Jan 18 @ 7:00 PM: What’s Hot in REI Webcast with Don Derosa

Don Derosa is this month’s special guest on the What’s Hot in Real Investing Webcast. Everyone has probably heard about the hot new iPad. This month, Don is going to show us how he uses the iPad as an integral TOOL to run his real estate investing business and not just as a TOY. Register for the Webcast Now!

Tue, Jan 19 @ 6:00 PM: Atlanta REIA North

Atlanta REIA North meets on the 3rd Wednesday of each month at from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at 1960 Skylar Hill Dr, Suite D in Buford, GA (Map) in North Gwinnett County just a few miles from the Mall of GA. Special guests and topics to be announced soon. Atlanta REIA Members may attend at no charge. Guests may attend for $5.00.

Tue, Jan 19 @ 6:00 PM: Late Nite Networking North

Immediately after the Atlanta REIA North Monthly Meeting, we will reconvene at the Mall of Georgia Taco Mac (Map) for Late Nite Networking. We hope you will come out and eat, drink, network, learn and have fun with us!

Thu, Jan 20 @ 1:30 PM: Haves & Wants Meeting

The Haves and Wants Meeting, run by Joe Thompson, is a weekly investor’s brainstorming and deal making jam session held at 5 Seasons Brewing located at 5600 Roswell Rd in Sandy Springs (Map) at the “Prado”. They meet EVERY Thursday (except major holidays) from 1:30 PM till approximately 3:00 PM.

Tue, Jan 20 @ 7:00 PM: Live Webcast with Dyches Boddiford

On this special webcast, local real estate investor, expert and trainer Dyches Boddiford will be giving his “State of the Real Estate Market Address” and tell us what is in store for active real estate investors in 2011. This is a rare opportunity you don’t want to miss… Register for the Webcast Now!

Sat, Jan 22 @ 9:30 AM: Hidden Profits in Real Estate Research

At this workshop, Gordon Catts will teach you insider secrets of locating property, lenders & other investors, as well as how to research ownership & mortgage information, sale prices, liens & judgments, etc. The Workshop will be on Saturday, Jan 22 from 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM at 1960 Skylar Hill Dr, Suite D in Buford, GA (Map). Click here for more information.

Atlanta REIA Charter Membership Status Ends January 31st!

Our Charter Membership Drive, which began on October 4th, will end on January 31st, 2011. This does not mean that you can’t still become an Atlanta REIA Member, it just means that you will not forever be classified as a “Charter” or “Founding Member” of the Atlanta Real Estate Investors Alliance. Join Atlanta REIA Now for a little as $100/year! Again we thank you for your support!

W Hotel Atlanta PerimeterIMPORTANT NOTICE: Atlanta REIA will be moving to an upscale new venue at the W Hotel Atlanta Perimeter located at 111 Perimeter Center West, Atlanta, GA (map) just across the street from Perimeter Mall. Members and guests can arrive early at 5:00 PM and mingle in the hotel lobby and lounge. We will begin setting up the meeting room at 5:30PM and getting ready for the Haves and Wants Speed Marketing Session which will begin at 6:00 PM sharp. Free parking is available for members and guests in the parking lot conveniently located behind the hotel.

W Hotel Atlanta PerimeterIMPORTANT NOTICE: Atlanta REIA will be moving to an upscale new venue at the W Hotel Atlanta Perimeter located at 111 Perimeter Center West, Atlanta, GA (map) just across the street from Perimeter Mall. Members and guests can arrive early at 5:00 PM and mingle in the hotel lobby and lounge. We will begin setting up the meeting room at 5:30PM and getting ready for the Haves and Wants Speed Marketing Session which will begin at 6:00 PM sharp. Free parking is available for members and guests in the parking lot conveniently located behind the hotel.

Don DeRosa

Posted on January 10, 2011 by

Don DeRosaDon DeRosa is a real estate investor, author, teacher, coach and national speaker.  He is past president of Georgia Real Estate Investors Association. Don is also an an active Charter Business Member of the Atlanta Real Estate Investors Alliance (Atlanta REIA).  Don has trained thousands of new and experienced investors to build wealth in real estate using the same techniques that helped him build his fortune, particularly buying with owner financing, using private money, creatively structuring deals and selling quickly in any market. Read More→

Haves & Wants Speed MarketingThis is our very first Haves and Wants Speed Marketing Session that we recorded live at our January 3, 2011 New Year Atlanta REIA Meeting. This is a new 30 minute session at our Atlanta REIA Main Monthly Meeting that starts at 6:00 PM on the 1st Monday of the month and is hosted by Joe Thompson. The purpose of this marketing session is to help facilitate deals by giving our members the opportunity to quickly market things they HAVE and no longer want and to find things they WANT but don’t yet have. Thanks Joe and Alan for making this Speed Marketing Session possible! Read More→