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Be sure to RSVP Now and Join Us for our next Atlanta REIA Main Meeting & Vendor Tradeshow on Monday, November 11th from 5:30PM-9PM at the City of Light located at 3125 Presidential Pkwy, Atlanta, GA with Derek Caffe on  “How to Improve Your Community: Mastering the Rezoning & Development Process for Small-Scale Real Estate Developers”

Derek Caffe, Principal of Code Black Properties, will share his insights on investing and leading development projects in the City of Austell. Highlighting his recent success in rezoning a single-family property into a duplex (the first upzoning in the city in over 50 years) Derek will break down the strategies that led to this achievement. He’ll also discuss his upcoming mixed-use development proposal in downtown Austell, featuring a blend of “missing middle” housing and commercial units, designed to be held for lease.

Drawing from his own journey, Derek will offer valuable tips and strategies for investors and developers seeking to navigate the rezoning process and unlock the full potential of their properties. He will also explore the benefits and challenges of taking a focused, farm-specific approach to real estate investing.

Additionally, Derek will provide an insider’s look at future developments in Austell and South Cobb County, arming investors with knowledge of key growth areas. Lastly, he’ll explain how adopting a developer’s mindset can help you identify investment opportunities before others, ensuring you secure the best deals on properties primed for value-add development.

RSVP Now and Join Us on Monday November 11th, 2024 with Derek Caffe on “Mastering the Rezoning & Development Process for Small-Scale Real Estate Developers”

Atlanta REIA Members Can Attend for no charge.
Guests Can RSVP Online Now for $20 or Pay $25 at the Door.

*Please Note: Meeting agenda is subject to change.

As always, Atlanta REIA Members can attend our Main Meeting event at no charge. Non-Members can attend for $20 by registering in advance at https://rsvp.atlantareia.com or pay $25 at the door.

Any vendors wanting to reserve a table for the meeting can RSVP for a Vendor Table here at https://Vendor.AtlantaREIA.com. Vendor tables are reserved and setup on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Join Don DeRosa on November 11th at 5:30PM 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.

You Should Definitely Attend Our Upcoming Meeting with Don DeRosa at Atlanta REIA

Are you serious about elevating your real estate investment strategy? This meeting is a must-attend event! Join us as Don DeRosa, an expert real estate investor and educator, dives deep into evaluating cap rates and assessing rental property potential. Here’s why you won’t want to miss it:

Key Takeaways

1. Understand Cap Rate Like a Pro
   Don will break down the cap rate calculation process, showing you how to assess a property’s return potential in any market. This critical metric helps you quickly evaluate whether an investment aligns with your goals, reducing guesswork and guiding informed decisions.
2. Gain Expert Insights on Rental Property Evaluation
   Evaluating rental properties goes beyond the numbers. Don will share strategies for assessing market rents, forecasting expenses, and projecting cash flow – equipping you with the tools to maximize profit and minimize risk.
3. Real-World Case Studies and Examples
   Don’s hands-on teaching style brings concepts to life with real-world examples and case studies. You’ll gain practical insights into how experienced investors think, calculate, and strategize around cap rate and rental evaluations.
4. PropApproval: Your Expert Solution for Hedge Fund Property Approval
   We are launching our new website for investors to get properties approved for Hedgefunds. Don is going to demonstrate this at the meeting.
5. Networking with Like-Minded Investors
   Our monthly meeting is a prime networking opportunity. Connect with other real estate enthusiasts, share ideas, and build relationships that could lead to future partnerships or deals.
6. Q&A and Personalized Advice
   Don will also host a Q&A session, giving you a chance to ask your burning questions and get expert advice tailored to your investment

Whether you’re a seasoned investor or just starting out, this session is designed to boost your knowledge and confidence. Don’t miss this chance to learn from Don DeRosa, network with fellow investors, and take your property evaluation skills to the next level.

Join us 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.

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.

The Beginning Investors Group Online (BIGO) is meets ONLINE ONLY on the 3rd Monday of each month at 7PM on Zoom Webinar. This month on  Monday, September 16th at 7PM, with your host, Dustin Griffin, and our special guest speaker, Don DeRosa who will be teaching about how to get the competitive edge in real estate, stand out and get your houses sold fast in a crowded market. REGISTER NOW

Here is a message from Don on some of the topics he will cover on the BIG Webinar…

“Hello everyone! The market is shifting quickly, and with millions of people struggling to make ends meet, it’s only a matter of time before we see a significant slowdown. Perhaps you’re already seeing it now. Homes sitting on the marketon the market longer, prices will drop, and investors will need alternative ways to sell when the traditional methods start to fade. But here’s the good news—these changes create new opportunities for those who are ready to recognize them.

While we’re not in a full-blown buyer’s market yet, history shows it’s inevitable. Now is the time to prepare yourself by learning non-traditional selling and renovation techniques to maximize your profits and minimize your risk.

The days of making quick, full-price sales with a simple cosmetic rehab are fading. That’s why it’s crucial to learn these alternative strategies before you need them. In this session, I’m bringing back tried-and-true methods that haven’t been used as much recently, but could be your secret weapon in the coming market shift.

If you’re someone who wants to stay ahead of the curve and be ready to thrive in a declining market, then this presentation is a must. Here’s what we’ll cover:

• The 9 reasons houses don’t sell and how to avoid them
• How to sell houses without realtors to maximize profits
• Creative financing techniques like owner financing, lease purchasing, and renting for higher returns
• How to add 20% more profit to every deal and sell faster
• Preparing your home to sell in a challenging market for quick results
• Maximizing exposure in a slow market to get your property noticed
• Renovation strategies for a stale or declining market
• Why staging is critical and what it should look like in today’s market
• Negotiating without an agent for maximum profit
• Choosing the right exit strategy to fit your specific deal

By the end of this webinar, you’ll walk away with the tools and knowledge to sell houses fast, no matter what the market looks like. Remember: You make your money when you buy, but you get paid when you sell. Join me as we dive into the strategies that will help you get paid fast, even in a challenging market!” REGISTER NOW

Be sure to RSVP Now and Join Us for our next Atlanta REIA Main Meeting & Vendor Tradeshow on Monday, September 9th from 5:30PM-9PM at the City of Light located at 3125 Presidential Pkwy, Atlanta, GA with Jeff Cox and “Learn All About Trending Accessible Dwelling Units!”

What You’ll Learn:

1. Understanding Accessible Dwelling Units (ADUs):
   • Definition: Explanation of what ADUs are, including their purpose as secondary housing units on a property, and how they differ from traditional housing.
   • Importance of Accessibility: Why accessible design is crucial for people with disabilities, the elderly, and others who benefit from features that enhance independence and safety.
2. Key Accessibility Features:
   • Universal Design: Discussion on the principles of universal design that ensure spaces are usable by all people, regardless of age, size, or ability.
   • Physical Features: Detailed look at specific design elements, such as barrier-free entrances, wider doorways, roll-in showers, and adaptable kitchens.
   • Technology Integration: How smart home technology, like voice-activated controls and automated systems, can enhance the accessibility of ADUs.
3. Benefits of Accessible ADUs:
   • Independence and Quality of Life: How ADUs allow individuals to live independently, safely, and comfortably in their own homes.
   • Aging in Place: The role of ADUs in enabling seniors to stay in their communities and homes as they age, with adaptable features to meet their changing needs.
   • Economic and Social Impacts: The cost-effectiveness of building ADUs, and their potential to increase property value and provide affordable housing options.
4. Regulations and Compliance:
   • Local and National Standards: Overview of the legal requirements and building codes that must be met when constructing accessible ADUs, including ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) compliance.
   • Zoning Laws: Information on how local zoning laws and regulations can affect the construction and use of ADUs, and what homeowners need to consider.
   • Lessons Learned: Insights from these projects, including challenges faced during design and construction, and how they were overcome.
5. Customization and Personalization:
   • Design Flexibility: How accessible ADUs can be tailored to meet individual needs, with options for custom features like adjustable countertops, stairlifts, and more.
   • Consultation and Planning: The importance of working with architects, designers, and contractors who specialize in accessible housing to ensure that all needs are met.
6. Future Trends in Accessible Housing:
   • Innovation: Exploration of emerging trends and innovations in accessible housing design, materials, and technology.
   • Sustainability: How accessible ADUs can also be designed with sustainability in mind.

RSVP Now and Join Us on Monday September 9th, 2024 with Jeff Cox and “Learn All About Trending Accessible Dwelling Units (ADUs)”

Atlanta REIA Members Can Attend for no charge.
Guests Can RSVP Online Now for $20 or Pay $25 at the Door.

*Please Note: Meeting agenda is subject to change.

As always, Atlanta REIA Members can attend our Main Meeting event at no charge. Non-Members can attend for $20 by registering in advance at https://rsvp.atlantareia.com or pay $25 at the door.

Any vendors wanting to reserve a table for the meeting can RSVP for a Vendor Table here at https://Vendor.AtlantaREIA.com. Vendor tables are reserved and setup on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Join Don DeRosa on September 9th at 5:30PM 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.

Join us 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.

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.

Take a deep dive into the world of real estate investing with our one-day intensive seminar designed to equip you with the cutting-edge strategies needed to thrive in today’s everchanging real estate market. Whether you’re a seasoned investor or just starting out, our expert-led sessions will unveil the secrets of leveraging existing seller financing to your advantage and using wrap-around mortgages to expand your portfolio.

What You Will Learn:

1. Introduction to Buying Houses Subject-To: Understand the basics and the potential of purchasing properties with existing financing.
2. Navigating the Current Economic Landscape: Strategies to adapt and succeed in the evolving real estate market.
3. Legal and Ethical Considerations: Ensure your investments are both compliant and ethical.
4. Financing Fundamentals: Master the mechanics of existing loans and how they can work for you.
5. Advanced Wrap-Around Mortgage Techniques: Dive into how wrap-around mortgages can be a game-changer for your investment strategy.
6. Negotiation Skills for Real Estate: Learn to negotiate deals that benefit all parties involved.
7. Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks associated with subject-to and wrap-around mortgage investments.
8. Building Your Investment Portfolio: Practical advice on growing a diverse and profitable real estate portfolio.
9. Case Studies: Real-world examples of successful subject-to and wrap-around mortgage deals.
10. Networking for Success: How to build a network that supports and enhances your investment goals.

Why You Should Attend:

• Gain insider knowledge from industry experts.
• Learn practical, applicable strategies to immediately start acquiring properties.
• Understand how to navigate and leverage the current economic climate to your advantage.
• Expand your real estate investment toolkit with innovative financing techniques.

Don’t Miss Out on This Opportunity to Transform Your Real Estate Investment Strategy!

Join us for a powerful day of learning, networking, and growth. Whether you’re looking to make your first investment or take your portfolio to the next level, our seminar on August 24th, 2024, will provide you with the knowledge and tools you need.

Space is limited – secure your spot today and take the first step towards mastering the art of buying houses subject to existing financing and utilizing wrap-around mortgages.

Register Now and Dramatically Elevate Your Real Estate Investing Game!

*PLEASE NOTE: Tuition price will increase after by $20 at midnight on August 21st when Early Registration Expires. Register now and save! Don’t procrastinate and pay more!

Don DeRosa is a real estate investor, author, teacher, coach and national speaker. 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.

The Beginning Investors Group Online (BIGO) is meets ONLINE ONLY on the 3rd Monday of each month at 7PM on Zoom Webinar. This month our special guest speaker, Larry Harbolt taught our members “How to Use Land Trusts to Protect Your Real Estate Investments From Lawsuit Happy America”.

Have you been waiting to learn how a Land Trust works and how it can help protect you and your assets? I’m talking about the investors who unknowingly have a target on their back because they own real estate in their own name and don’t know any better.

Watch the Beginning Investors Group Online Webinar Replay where Larry Harbolt will explain how the Land Trust process works and what you need to do to give you peace of mind once you have this layer of protection and invisibility in place, so that no one knows you own or are connected to any particular property.

After the BIG Webinar, you will have a much better understanding about the Land Trust, what it does and how it works to better protect you from those who use the court system to try to take what you have earned without  having to work for it themselves.

Here is some of what you will learn…

• What Is a Land Trust and What Does It Do to Help Make You Invisible and Protect You?
• Why Owning a Property in a Land Trust Keeps What You Own Private?
• How to Own Multiple Properties without Anyone Ever Knowing.
• How to Remove the Target from Your Back to keep Lawsuit Happy Americans From Coming for What You Worked Hard For.
• How to Keep Anyone Trying to Sue You Paying Their Attorney For Many Months Because They Keep Running Into Dead-Ends Forcing Them to Continually Rethink Their Aggressive Pursuit Strategies!
• Why Owning a Property In a Land Trust Is Better Than Owning It In a Corporation or Limited Liability Company.
• Who the Key Players In a Land Trust Are and Where You Can Find Them.
• Who Would Be the Best Candidate to Be Your Trustee and Why?
• Who Can Be the Beneficiary(s) of Your Land Trust and Why.
• How to Use the Land Trust to Sell Real Estate So You Will Never Have to Foreclose If the Buyer Defaults.
• What Paperwork and Forms You Need to Help Protect Your Real Estate.
• All this, answers to your questions and much more!

Be sure to join Larry and take good notes and learn what many investors use to protect themselves from unnecessary lawsuits and avoid sleepless nights. Watch NOW and join Larry on the BIG Webinar. We hope to see you there!

The Beginning Investors Group Online (BIGO) is meets ONLINE ONLY on the 3rd Monday of each month at 7PM on Zoom Webinar. This month on  Monday, August 19th at 7PM, with your host, Dustin Griffin, and our special guest speaker, Larry Harbolt who will be teaching “How to Use Land Trusts to Protect Your Real Estate Investments From Lawsuit Happy America”.

Have you been waiting to learn how a Land Trust works and how it can help protect you and your assets? I’m talking about the investors who unknowingly have a target on their back because they own real estate in their own name and don’t know any better.

On Monday, August 19th at the Beginning Investors Group Online Webinar, Larry Harbolt will explain how the Land Trust process works and what you need to do to give you peace of mind once you have this layer of protection and invisibility in place, so that no one knows you own or are connected to any particular property.

After the BIG Webinar, you will have a much better understanding about the Land Trust, what it does and how it works to better protect you from those who use the court system to try to take what you have earned without  having to work for it themselves.

Here is some of what you will learn…

• What Is a Land Trust and What Does It Do to Help Make You Invisible and Protect You?
• Why Owning a Property in a Land Trust Keeps What You Own Private?
• How to Own Multiple Properties without Anyone Ever Knowing.
• How to Remove the Target from Your Back to keep Lawsuit Happy Americans From Coming for What You Worked Hard For.
• How to Keep Anyone Trying to Sue You Paying Their Attorney For Many Months Because They Keep Running Into Dead-Ends Forcing Them to Continually Rethink Their Aggressive Pursuit Strategies!
• Why Owning a Property In a Land Trust Is Better Than Owning It In a Corporation or Limited Liability Company.
• Who the Key Players In a Land Trust Are and Where You Can Find Them.
• Who Would Be the Best Candidate to Be Your Trustee and Why?
• Who Can Be the Beneficiary(s) of Your Land Trust and Why.
• How to Use the Land Trust to Sell Real Estate So You Will Never Have to Foreclose If the Buyer Defaults.
• What Paperwork and Forms You Need to Help Protect Your Real Estate.
• All this, answers to your questions and much more!

Be sure to join Larry and take good notes and learn what many investors use to protect themselves from unnecessary lawsuits and avoid sleepless nights. REGISTER NOW and join Larry on the BIG Webinar. We hope to see you there!

Be sure to RSVP Now and Join Us for our next Atlanta REIA Main Meeting & Vendor Tradeshow on Monday, August 12th from 5:30PM-9PM at the City of Light located at 3125 Presidential Pkwy, Atlanta, GA with Don DeRosa!

Join us for this exclusive event that could dramatically change your real estate investing game. This isn’t just another meeting… it’s your opportunity to get ahead of the competition by mastering the art of real estate deals and avoiding the common pitfalls that lead to failure. Here’s what this essential event offers:

What You’ll Learn:

1. Master the Five Critical Elements: Uncover the essential components of every successful real estate deal. We’ll break down complex processes into simple, actionable steps, ensuring you know exactly what to look for and how to evaluate every opportunity that comes your way.
2. Communicate Like a Pro: Learn the art of negotiation. I’ll teach you how to professionally and effectively explain why you can’t meet a seller’s asking price. It’s about making them see the value in your offer, turning potential rejections into profitable agreements.
3. Profit-Driven Offers: Discover strategies to craft offers that not only get accepted but also guarantee substantial profits. Imagine knowing you’re going to make a hefty sum on every deal before you even sign the papers. That’s the kind of confidence we’re offering.
4. Why Investors Fail: Many investors fail not because they lack ambition, but because they fall into avoidable traps. Whether it’s not having a clear business strategy, struggling with communication, or simply not marketing enough, these are the pitfalls that can derail even the most determined investor. But you don’t have to make these mistakes.

You must attend this event because we are headed into an economy where learning creative finance could be the difference between your success or failure. Times are changing, and the real estate market is becoming more challenging, making it harder to find great deals. By mastering creative financing techniques, you’ll position yourself to maximize profits even in a tough economic environment. These strategies aren’t just optional… they’re essential if you want to thrive and outmaneuver your competition.

By joining us at Atlanta REIA on August 12th, you’re not just attending another meeting… you’re stepping into a world of insightful strategies, proven techniques, and profitable wisdom. You’ll learn from the best, so you can become the best.

This is your chance to understand the common mistakes that trip up other investors and, more importantly, how you can avoid them. We’ll provide you with the knowledge and tools to ensure your real estate journey is profitable and sustainable.

Don’t miss out on this transformative session. Let’s ignite your real estate journey, help you avoid the pitfalls that stop others, and set you on a path to undeniable success. Let’s change the game together. See you there! RSVP Now!

Atlanta REIA Members Can Attend for no charge.
Guests Can RSVP Online Now for $20 or Pay $25 at the Door.

*Please Note: Meeting agenda is subject to change.

As always, Atlanta REIA Members can attend our Main Meeting event at no charge. Non-Members can attend for $20 by registering in advance at https://rsvp.atlantareia.com or pay $25 at the door.

Any vendors wanting to reserve a table for the meeting can RSVP for a Vendor Table here at https://Vendor.AtlantaREIA.com. Vendor tables are reserved and setup on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Join Don DeRosa on August 12th at 5:30PM 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.

Join us 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.

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.

The Beginning Investors Group Online (BIGO) is meets ONLINE ONLY on the 3rd Monday of each month at 7PM on Zoom Webinar. This month on  Monday, July 15th at 7PM, with your host, Dustin Griffin, and our special guest speaker, Steve “Action” Jackson who will be teaching you several “Uncommon Ways to Wealth” including Money, Productivity and Lifestyle!

Have you ever wondered?

• How some people get more ACCOMPLISHED in 24 hours than most?
• Thousands have been making money in real estate, why are you not one of them?
• How to change your mindset to go from Employee to Business owner?
• How some investors are able to efficiently manage 3, 4 even 5 renovation projects simultaneously, meet deadlines, stay on budget and earn at least 20% profit?
• How to quickly estimate repair costs to avoid costly renovation mistakes?
• What the strategies are that you would have to LEARN so you could find a house 30-50% below market value?
• Where to get cheap money (8-10%) to fund your projects?
• Where to locate high quality seasoned contractors that charge reasonable prices and more importantly…SHOW UP!
• How to quickly determine if a opportunity is a good deal or not?
• How to get a bank to give you $10k, $25k and up to $50k unsecured line of credit?
• How personality types impact your negotiating tactics?
• Are you looking for different results in your life or business RIGHT NOW?

My name is Steve Jackson, President of Action Jackson Buys Houses and Founder/CEO of Steve Jackson & Associates. Most call me “Action Jackson”. Why? Because, I make things happen sooner than later! And more importantly, I make things happen for my clients.

These common challenges above can happen to anyone! But this doesn’t have to happen for you anymore. Once you learn the “exclusive” principles, practices, & strategies you can use to quickly overcome what is standing in your way.

So Register for the Webinar below and join the fun while I share these tactics that the world’s best and most successful entrepreneurs use to get out of the “rat race and on the fast track” of life. 

You don’t have to repeat the same mistakes, you don’t have to take twenty seminars to figure out what works for you, you don’t have to do the hard work that I did. I will show you a systematic, money making machine that you can rev up and set loose. Come join me, Action Jackson on the BIGO!

Here’s a little of what you’ll learn:

• How to systematize your business to earn 7-figures & beyond!
• 10 step wholesaling blueprint to earn an extra $10k in less than 30 Days, part-time with NO tenant Hassles
• A proven roadmap that will efficiently, productively, and profitably renovate 50+ houses per year (mostly) with out you!
• How to reduce the confusion and eliminate many of the challenges MOST business owners face each and every day.
• Quick and easy strategies to reduce your overhead costs by 40% and also pay 15% less in income taxes!

Who Should Attend:

• Those that are sick and tired of their JOB and want to BE a full-time Entrepreneur
• Seasoned investors who seek innovative strategies to scale their existing business to 7-Figures & Beyond
• Anyone who has a desire to learn & apply simple ideas to STOP “wearing all the hats” and get YOUR LIFE BACK (Find your “who” not “how”)

It has been a minute (18 years) since I have been on the public stage. I still recall, a well known professional speaker referred to me as, “The Steak and Potato and not the Sizzle”! I will admit, I harbored a resentment. Today, because of a life changing spiritual retreat experience, I have learned to surrender, lean into it and that being VULNERABLE IS A STRENGTH TO BE EMBRACED! Especially, if I authentically want to connect with you, make an impact and help you achieve YOUR SUCCESS!

My higher power, created me with the DNA of an Engineer, a Teacher, a Trusted Advisor. My philosophy is simple, “Don’t accept your life. Lead your Life”. My mission is to learn, apply, and teach “what works” to help the person, “I” use to be… With that said, we offer specialized training and coaching you wish you had back then to grow your business or fulfill your calling, easier, faster, cheaper and without so much struggle.

If ALL you did, was learn one tip, secret, or strategy would it be worth it? If you answered ‘Yes’, then you owe it to yourself to join us on the Webinar on Monday, July 15th at 7PM on the Beginning Investors Group Online!  Don’t Miss Out! Register below to attend today! Looking forward to seeing you there!

The Beginning Investors Group Online (BIGO) is meets ONLINE ONLY on the 3rd Monday of each month at 7PM on Zoom Webinar. It was recorded on  June 24th at 7PM, with your host, Dustin Griffin, and Matt Scott on Where to Start When Raising Capital for New Investors!

Watch Video from Matt Scott

You’ll Discover How to Prevent the Mistakes Most New REI Make When Raising Capital

During his presentation, Matt will address:

• Who is the Ideal Investor (A Common Mistake to Avoid)
• Should You Offer Debt or Equity
• How to Structure Attractive Offers to Entice Investors
• What Things Investors are Looking for Beyond ROI
• How to Avoid Mistakes of the 99% Who Fail to Raise Capital
• How to Keep Control of Your Company if Investors Fund 51%+ of the Capital
• The Guru Mistakes of Always Be Pitching & When to Never Pitch
• Where everyone goes to raise & why you should avoid it
• Why Networking Rarely Results in Funding & Where the Investors Are
• Why You Should Never Use an “Elevator Pitch”
• How to Find Investors & Get Them to Take Action

If you struggle to Raise Capital, You’re Not Alone…

Thousands of companies are trying to raise capital, but they struggle. They are following outdated advice and tactics promoted to ‘work’ but they don’t work in today’s markets. We raise capital each and every week. You’ll learn what’s working and what’s not working. You’ll leave with an entire new strategy for raising capital that works! Do not miss this meeting. WATCH REPLAY NOW!

Raising capital is the oxygen that fuels business growth, but finding the right investors can feel like a never-ending maze. If you’re based in Georgia and tired of rejections, outdated advice, and struggling to scale, then this is your chance to learn the new rules of the game.

What can you achieve if you have access to $500,000 or even $5 million for your business?

What can you achieve if you did not have to rely on banks, seller financing, or hard money lenders?

I know this much: You could reach your goals a lot faster if you had your own private bank! With private investors – not VCs, not angel investors, and not private lenders – you can exponentially grow your business faster.

Are you losing deals? Are you lacking the capital to scale your business?

Having access to your list of affluent investors eagerly willing to invest with you is the game-changer.

TESTIMONIAL

“Matt has been phenomenal to work with in terms of raising capital. Within the initial 30 days of utilizing his techniques and strategies, we raised $2.2M for real estate deals. Highly recommend Matt and his team.” ~ PETER | ATLANTA

You’ll learn:

• How to raise private capital even if you’re a new investor or startup
• How to stop begging & chasing capital, which makes you subservient to investors
• What investors are expecting and how to structure your offering to meet them
• Why you should NEVER use an elevator pitch and what to do instead
• How to maintain control of all your deals even if you give up 51%+ of the company
• How to set up entities and structure your LLC or Corp.
• How to avoid getting beat up on an investor call or meeting
• For real estate investors – How to structure short-term deals and even long-term investments
• How to structure mid-term and long-term deals for investment property
• Hybrid deal structuring and ‘floor to ceiling’ deal structuring
• When to pitch and when to never pitch an investor
• How to set up an Investor Relations System to increase referrals
• Which states allow you to advertise and compete with local banks
• How to partner with professionals like attorneys & accountants for investors
• How to raise capital for others and gain an equity stake

Who Should Attend This Event?

This exclusive one-day workshop is perfect for entrepreneurs, real estate investors, startups, and businesses ready to raise capital from wealthy investors – not professional investors like VCs, angels, family offices, hard money lenders, or private lenders.

You should attend if:

• You have an investment model or business with a product/service market fit but lack the capital to scale.
• You’re tired of begging and chasing investors.
• You do not want to feel subservient to investors.
• You’ve struggled to attract investors through friends/family, Facebook Ads, and networking efforts.
• You want to maintain control of your business while raising significant growth capital.
• You’re looking for a proven system to position yourself as an authority that investors will pursue.

This exclusive workshop is only for entrepreneurs and businesses ready to put in the work, structure smart investments, and raise growth capital with a plan to stand out.

Special Hot Seat Sessions: Bring your business plan and offer, and you could be on the hot seat!

This event is a must for Georgia companies in real estate, technology, medical, e-sports, and other sectors ready to raise significant capital and scale.

But it’s not for those looking for get-rich-quick schemes or lacking a real business. We’ll show you how to attract investors ready to write checks – without sacrificing control of your company.

Seating is limited! Secure your spot now at the early bird discount before prices increase.

Click Here to Register for This Groundbreaking Event!

About the Presenter:

Matt is a seasoned serial entrepreneur and real estate developer with over 25 years of experience in the industry. Since 2004, he has been training and advising others on how to raise capital from accredited investors, sharing his expertise and proven strategies.

In 2009, Matt expanded his endeavors by launching an investment banking arm, which has grown exponentially over the years. He has been a sought-after speaker and educator, sharing his knowledge and insights with various organizations, including Homevestors Franchise, Dealmaker Live, PitchMasteryAcademy.com, RALA.com, and Private Money Bootcamp, from 2004 to 2017.

With his extensive experience and deep understanding of the private capital markets, Matt excels in structuring investments that investors want and creating positioning and authority with investors. His clientele includes companies in the fintech, medtech, esports, and real estate sectors, including investor/developers and syndicators.

Matt’s ability to navigate complex investment opportunities and attract accredited investors has made him a valuable resource for aspiring and experienced founders, syndicators, and professionals alike. His expertise lies in guiding clients through the nuances of raising private capital and positioning themselves so they are not subservient to investors.

YOU’LL GET:

• YOUR OFFERING STRUCTURE FOR INVESTORS & ENTITY STRUCTURE FRAMEWORK
• MATT’S SALES PROCESS TO REDUCE COMMITMENTS AND INCREASE CAPITAL COLLECTED
• HOW TO INCENTIVIZE YOUR OFFERING FOR LARGER INVESTMENTS
• OUTLINE OF YOUR OWN FUNNEL & CAMPAIGN THAT SUITS YOU BEST
• META ADS – WHAT’S WORKING IF YOU GO BIG
• OUTLINE YOUR OWN PITCH DECK

MATT IS GOING TO COVER:

• Case Studies
• Examples of Investor Collateral
• Breakdown of Funnels
• Hot Seats
• Role Playing
• Workshop to Develop Your Next Steps

SPECIAL TOPICS:

• Raise Capital for Others (Become a CO-GP)
• Investor Document Process to Close Deals Faster
• How to Structure Deals for Long Term Wealth (objective: free and clear real estate)

Sign up today for this one-day event.

Saturday, July 20th, 2024 | 9AM – 5PM | 1960 Satellite Blvd, Suite 1500, Duluth, GA

One-Time Investment: $297

REGISTER FOR THE CONFERENCE! Get your seat early because seating is limited.

Find Your Next Opportunity In The Next 88 Days, or Marco Is Totally Screwed!

Be sure to RSVP Now and Join Us for our next Atlanta REIA Main Meeting & Vendor Tradeshow on Monday, July 8th from 5:30PM-9PM at the City of Light located at 3125 Presidential Pkwy, Atlanta, GA with our special guest speaker, Marco Kozlowski, who will be teaching you how to generate MASSIVE CASHFLOW by WORKING ONCE and GETTING PAID FOREVER!

Would you like to replace your active income with passive income? In this market? With these interest rates? With an election coming up and a war happening? And my car needs repairs? And I’m hungry and need groceries!

While everyone else is struggling to find deals and access capital… Marco and his tribe are licking their chops.

This unique system helps you find and negotiate massive discounts from motivated sellers that are easy to find (if you just know where to look)… with no marketing costs, no direct mail, no websites, no phone calls, no drama.

If you want to be on the active side and find deals with monstrous returns, you’re gonna love this presentation.

If you’re lazy and just want to have your money work harder for you than you ever did for it, Bring. Your. Depends*. (that’s an adult diaper, in case you’re a young whipper-snapper under 90). *Marco made me say that, he insists on having fun in everything he does – you’re gonna love him.).

Once you join Marco’s tribe, you’re uniquely positioned with specialized knowledge and connections that only the super-rich and elite typically have.

Marco’s values are simple: serving others at the highest level makes you wealthy.

You will discover:

• How to find sellers that need help
• Get access to “Wall Street Money” that needs to be used immediately
• Know where to find vetted, top quality, dependable property management to take care of your properties with a service-forward attitude (I know if you’ve had a bad experience, all of those words should never be together when it comes to property management… but it’s now solved)
• And a few other surprises that will put a smile on any grumpy face…

If you love serving people and making money doing it, don’t miss this! RSVP Now!

Atlanta REIA Members Can Attend for no charge.
Guests Can RSVP Online Now for $20 or Pay $25 at the Door.

About Marco Kozlowski

Marco Kozlowski is a boutique Real Estate Investing Mentor, Author and trainer. For more than 22 years he’s been buying real estate, working his way up from single family homes to, today, owning more than 6,000 units across various asset classes including multifamily, hospitality, and mobile home parks. He even recently purchased a bar in Orlando, Fl, where he lives.

Although technically retired from his own holdings, his “ikigai” (reason for being) is to help others achieve the level of freedom they desire, by teaching his proven processes that anyone can follow to buy cash flowing assets using other people’s money.

Marco is a big believer in supporting others and contributing to his community. He enjoys donating 10% of proceeds from each of his projects, and mentoring ambitious students to create financial success and live life on their terms.

*Please Note: Meeting agenda is subject to change.

As always, Atlanta REIA Members can attend our Main Meeting event at no charge. Non-Members can attend for $20 by registering in advance at https://rsvp.atlantareia.com or pay $25 at the door.

Any vendors wanting to reserve a table for the meeting can RSVP for a Vendor Table here at https://Vendor.AtlantaREIA.com. Vendor tables are reserved and setup on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Join Don DeRosa on July 8th at 5:30PM 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.

Join us 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.

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.