{"id":188665,"date":"2026-07-17T09:58:08","date_gmt":"2026-07-17T15:58:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.biggerpockets.com\/blog\/?p=188665"},"modified":"2026-07-17T11:26:52","modified_gmt":"2026-07-17T17:26:52","slug":"guide-to-bpcon-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.biggerpockets.com\/blog\/guide-to-bpcon-2026","title":{"rendered":"BPCON 2026: Your Complete Guide to Our Biggest Event of the Year"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">From the perspective of the BPCON Planner, who is also an investor and obsessed with helping people find their people to achieve their financial independence goals.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<h2><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Key Takeaways<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">BPCON is BACK!<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> Join us Oct. 2-4, 2026, at the Hilton Orlando. For the first time <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">ever<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, we&#8217;re doing it over a weekend. (That means less PTO needed for our friends who work traditional W2 jobs!)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">What to expect:<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> Three days, four session tracks, a networking lunch, two huge events, Pro member happy hour, and 100+ attendee-led meetups. You will not run out of things to do.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Keynotes<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> from Morgan Housel, Dave Meyer, and Chad Carson, plus a stacked lineup of featured speakers including Henry Washington, Ashley Kehr, Tony Robinson, James Dainard, Amanda Han, and Garrett Brown.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Three sessions focused on <\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">RE agent-specific content and <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">networking<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">And as a bonus for reading this, use the <\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">promo code<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> GUIDE for <\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/biggerpockets.swoogo.com\/BPCONOrlando\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">$100 off your ticket!\u00a0<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">First, I need you to know something about me: I love this conference\u2026 genuinely count-down-the-days, tell-everyone-I-meet-about-it love it. And <a href=\"https:\/\/get.biggerpockets.com\/bpcon-2026\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">BPCON 2026<\/a> is shaping up to be a favorite because:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">I love the layout. <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">It might seem like a small thing, but BPCON\u2019s programming is all <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">happening<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> under one roof, <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">and<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> everything <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">is<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> centrally located.<\/span> <span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">This means there\u2019s more time for networking between sessions because all breakout sessions, keynotes, the sponsor hall, and events will <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">take place<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> just a few feet <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">from each other<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">!<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">I\u2019m pumped about the networking track. This is something we\u2019ve been refining over the last couple of years, and I think we finally cracked the code.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Orlando is great for extending your trip and planning golf rounds, theme park outings, and more. And of course, talk to your tax professional about how your BPCON trip expenses could be a tax write-off!\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Whether you already grabbed your ticket or you&#8217;re still on the fence (get off the fence!), here&#8217;s everything you need to know to make the most of your trip.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Inspiring Expert Keynotes<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Experience three incredible keynotes and two other bonus General Sessions open for anyone to attend!<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Morgan Housel: <\/span><\/strong><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">New York Times<\/span><\/em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> bestselling author of <\/span><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The Psychology of Money <\/span><\/em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">(Dave Meyer is geeking out over this one!)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Chad Carson:<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> Author and podcaster with 30+ rental properties. (Does that brief description really do him justice? If you\u2019re not familiar with Chad, <\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.biggerpockets.com\/users\/clemsoninvestor\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">check him out ASAP<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">!)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Dave Meyer:<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> Head of Real Estate at BiggerPockets, BiggerPockets Podcast host, and author. (I don\u2019t need to tell you how awesome <\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.biggerpockets.com\/users\/davem27\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Dave<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> is; you already know!)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">You\u2019ll hear from many other voices too:\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.biggerpockets.com\/users\/henryw22\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Henry Washington<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.biggerpockets.com\/users\/kevinv131\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Kevin Van Eck<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.biggerpockets.com\/users\/ashkehr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Ashley Kehr<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Rob Chevez<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.biggerpockets.com\/users\/tonyr75\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Tony Robinson<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.biggerpockets.com\/users\/brianw443\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Brian Waters<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.biggerpockets.com\/users\/jdainflips\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">James Dainard<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.biggerpockets.com\/users\/keystonecpa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Amanda Han<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"http:\/\/www.cashflowcowboys.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The Cash Flow Cowboys<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> (<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.biggerpockets.com\/users\/ryani54#0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Ryan Irwin<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, Hart Turner, and Jefferson Calloway)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.biggerpockets.com\/users\/graceg49\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Grace Gudenkauf<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.biggerpockets.com\/users\/ameliam21\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Amelia McGee<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.biggerpockets.com\/users\/garrettbrownre\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Garrett Brown<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">And so many more!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Many of these familiar voices are from the <\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.biggerpockets.com\/podcasts\/real-estate\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">BiggerPockets Podcast<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, <\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.biggerpockets.com\/podcasts\/real-estate-rookie\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Real Estate Rookie<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, <\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.biggerpockets.com\/podcasts\/on-the-market\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">On the Market<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, and the <\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.biggerpockets.com\/email-subscribe\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">BiggerPockets newsletter<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, with some new folks featured as well!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Four Focused Session Tracks<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">We built this year&#8217;s programming around four tracks:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Strategy Deep Dive: <\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">For investors ready to master proven tactics, define your buy box, and learn how to pivot as the market shifts.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Portfolio Mastery:<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> For investors optimizing and scaling, improving cash flow, and planning that transition away from active income.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Systems &amp; Solutions:<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> For the investors who want to streamline everything, automate with AI, and stop leaving money on the table with taxes and risk.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Peer Networking:<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> Brand new this year! Expert-led Q&amp;As and small, strategy-specific groups so you&#8217;re connecting with people who are doing what you want to do and understand your pain points.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Can&#8217;t-Miss Events<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">We don\u2019t do boring events. My motto is, \u201cWhy not make it fun?\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">We\u2019ll kick off the event with a Tiki Takeover sponsored by <\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.steadily.com\/?utm_source=biggerpockets&amp;utm_medium=bpcon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Steadily<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">. This is your excuse to whip out your Hawaiian shirt, grab a refreshing tiki cocktail from the open bar, and indulge in pre-dinner bites as you explore the exhibit hall and mingle with other investors. The entertainment is also one of the most unique offerings I\u2019ve ever seen, and it\u2019s very much in the tiki theme!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The closing event is truly a can&#8217;t-miss event, so book your flight accordingly because you\u2019ll want to be there Sunday night! We\u2019re transforming the Hilton\u2019s promenade into a Cash Flow Carnival, sponsored by <\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/easystreetcap.com\/contact\/?utm_campaign=47943854-BPCON%202026&amp;utm_source=BPCON2026\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Easy Street Capital<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">. You can expect lots of entertainment offerings, a live six-piece band, indulgent fair-themed food and drinks, and much more! There will be something to explore everywhere you look.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">This is your final chance on-site to hang with your real estate friends, old and new, and have some fun!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">There might be a few more surprises planned\u2026 but I can\u2019t tell all of my secrets (yet). Just know that I learned last year how much y&#8217;all love an after-afterparty.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The full schedule of events can be found <\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/whova.com\/embedded\/event\/sHf-58NnWIVyR%40iT-v63BvuGiVqm%40T1bWaU-2qyUzmA%3D\/?utc_source=ems&amp;refer=undefined&amp;day=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">here<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Ticket Options<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Early-bird pricing is live until the end of July across a few tiers:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">General Admission:<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> Access to all breakout session options, keynotes, networking events and receptions, a networking lunch, exhibit hall access, networking coffee, the Whova event app, and more. Through July, the cost is <\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">$850<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">General Admission + BP Pro Membership Bundle:<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> General Admission, plus a full year of BiggerPockets Pro membership. Through July, the cost is<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> $1,100<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Premium Access:<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> Everything in GA, plus reserved keynote seating, a VIP happy hour, VIP lunch with speakers, VIP lounge access, and an included workshop. Through July, the cost is<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> $1,700<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Coming with five-plus people? <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Reach out to me<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Alex,<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> for a discounted group rate of $700 per person at <\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"mailto:Conference@biggerpockets.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Conference@biggerpockets.com<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">As a bonus, use the promo code <\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">GUIDE <\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">for <\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/biggerpockets.swoogo.com\/BPCONOrlando\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">$100 off your ticket<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">!<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/biggerpockets.swoogo.com\/BPCONOrlando\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Where All the Action Is: Hilton Orlando<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">We&#8217;re at the <\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/book.passkey.com\/gt\/220937825?gtid=c903890aecf369fca02c9c263cd574b\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Hilton Orlando<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> this year, and as I mentioned, it has a prime setup for our group. It\u2019s resort-style with tons of space for spontaneous hallway conversations (one of the best parts of BPCON, honestly), on-site dining and lounges, a centrally located hotel bar, a spa, and pools that are basically an unofficial networking lounge.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">It\u2019s also minutes from Universal&#8217;s brand-new Epic Universe, so if you want to extend the trip into a little theme park detour, here\u2019s your excuse. <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">This is another great reason <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">for you<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> to talk to your tax pro and see <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">if<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> it makes sense to bring the whole family!<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">You definitely want to stay where the action is, especially with late nights and early mornings. <\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/book.passkey.com\/gt\/220937825?gtid=c903890aecf369fca02c9c263cd574b\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Book your discounted room now<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> while they last!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Pro tip: <\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Looking to reduce your travel costs? Try \u201chotel hacking\u201d and find a buddy to share a room! You make a new friend and have a buddy to hang with at the conference and compare notes, all while saving on costs. It\u2019s a win\/win!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Who&#8217;s Going?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">We welcome Rookies who haven&#8217;t closed a deal yet, the same way we welcome investors with 50 doors. We understand what you need varies, and we have a little something for everyone.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Our formal content is best for Rookies and scaling investors with two to 20 deals, but the networking is awesome no matter where you are in your journey.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">BPCON is also great for RE professionals like lenders, property managers, and agents\u2014and we even have three dedicated sessions focused on agents this year.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Pro tip: <\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Before you travel, take a few minutes to think about who you actually want to meet. Whether it\u2019s your next partner, a lender, your accountability buddy, or the friend who finally gets why you talk about cap rates at dinner, they are all going to be in this room. Go in with a plan, and you&#8217;ll get so much more out of it.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Download the Whova app early (more on that below!) to make the most of the networking even before the conference begins.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">What to Pack<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Wear what makes you most comfortable! Most people lean business casual, with an extra emphasis on casual. Pack your swimsuit and sunscreen for the pool, but also throw in a layer or two because conference rooms typically run cold.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">We love to see people get in theme, so bring a Hawaiian shirt or resort wear for the opening party (Tiki Takeover) and something a little out of the ordinary for the closing event (Cash Flow Carnival). Think neon, glitter, quirky accessories like bowties or boas, and bold colors. Let\u2019s make it fun!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">First Time at BPCON? Start Here<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">If this is your first BPCON, first off\u2014welcome, you&#8217;re going to love it. Second, here&#8217;s exactly how I&#8217;d walk into this thing if I were doing it for the first time:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Step 1:<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> Lock in your ticket, hotel, and travel. Get yourself in the room. A General Admission (GA) ticket is perfect for first-timers.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Step 2: <\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Add the first-timers session on Friday morning. <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Yes, it costs a little extra, but this small-group session (led by Rookie co-hosts Ashley &amp; Tony) is <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">built specifically<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> to set you up for success and <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">get<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> you real, in-person connections before the conference even officially kicks off.<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> I say it&#8217;s worth every penny.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Step 3:<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> Get on the Whova app early. This is <\/span><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">the <\/span><\/em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">event app\u2014networking, announcements, the full schedule\u2014all of it lives here. The second it launches, download it, build out your profile, and start connecting. And don&#8217;t be shy about creating your own meetup\u2014someone has to take the wheel, and it might as well be you! You won&#8217;t be the only one stepping up either, because we had 100+ attendee-led meetups last year!<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Step 4: <\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Build your own agenda. <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Figure out what&#8217;s right for you\u2014the sessions you want, how much time you&#8217;re spending networking versus learning, and when you need to <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">just<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> sit by the pool and recharge for 20 minutes.<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> None of it&#8217;s locked in, and you can change sessions whenever you want, even five minutes before one starts.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Step 5: <\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Write it down: the energy, the inspiration, the idea that hit you during a keynote, the person you need to follow up with. Whatever you do, don&#8217;t let that feeling evaporate the second you land back home\u2014document it so it can actually propel you toward your goals. We call this the \u201cconference high,&#8221; and you don\u2019t want to lose that feeling!\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">If you&#8217;re coming to soak in as much session content as possible, here are some tips:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Leave the laptop in the room. Emails will still be there on Monday, I promise.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">We\u2019ll have journals so you can take physical notes, and you&#8217;ll likely retain way more than you think. If you really want the laptop, turn off your email\/Slack\/etc. to minimize distractions.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Good to know: <\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The slide decks typically go out after the event, but we will also attach them in the Whova app when we can. If you\u2019re someone who likes to print out the decks to take notes, we welcome that!<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">If you\u2019re mostly there for the connections\u2026 you\u2019re in the right place. Between 100+ attendee-led meetups and the new Peer Networking track, there is no excuse to leave without a full contact list.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Download the Whova event app early. You\u2019ll get an email once the app is live. You can download the Whova app, create your profile, browse the attendee list, view exhibitors, create meetups, and more. You can start networking long before you arrive in Orlando, and the app makes it easy to find your people.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Pro tip:<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> Create meetups ahead of time! <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">For example, you can create a meetup just for investors in the Carolinas, <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">or<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> STR investors in Florida, <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">or<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> investors <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">who are also<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> in the healthcare industry, or investors who are veterans.<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Still Have Questions?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Reach out to me personally! I get ALL of the emails that come to <\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"mailto:conference@biggerpockets.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">conference@biggerpockets.com<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u2014and I promise it\u2019s always a human (me) answering you. I\u2019m also happy to call you, too!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Remember when I said how much I loved this conference? I meant it. So let\u2019s chat!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">SEE YOU IN ORLANDO!\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>From the perspective of the BPCON Planner, who is also an investor and obsessed with helping people find their people to achieve their financial independence goals. 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