New Member from the Greater Boston Area

New Member from the Greater Boston Area

Investor · Chicago IL · Member since 2013 · 88 posts · 22 votes

Hi all,

My name is Ben Staples, a marketing professional in the Greater Boston area. I don't have any experience in real estate, but it's been something I have had an interest in for a long time. I came to Bigger Pockets through an article on flipboard, and it looks like an incredible space to get started. I'm looking to learn as much as possible, make some great connections and have fun.

Thanks

Ben

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Real Estate Investor · Buzzards Bay (Bourne), MA · Member since 2012 · 208 posts · 28 votes
12y

Welcome @Ben Staples . BP is a great resource for sure. I also run a free MeetUp in Plymouth MA. www.houseflippingschool.com/meetup.

Maybe you can make it down. @Ann Bellamy Black Diamond is a great place to network along with @Justin Silverio meetup.

As you can see we all beleive in networkign!!!!

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  • Robert AdamsBusiness Member
    Real Estate Broker · Henderson, NV · Member since 2009 · 1k+ posts · 373 votes
    12y
    Originally posted by @Justin Silverio:
    @Robert Adams I should be at the Black Diamond meeting as well. Hope to see you there.

    I look forward to meeting you as well. @Justin Silverio hopefully the timing works out if I'm unable to make the meeting I will reach out once I am in town and perhaps we can meet elsewhere.

    THANK YOU TO EVERYONE FROM MA FOR THE WARM WELCOME.

    The Adams Team at Rothwell Gornt Companies4.970 Reviews
  • Investor · Wasilla, AK · Member since 2012 · 35 posts · 3 votes
    12y

    Welcome to BP!!!

  • Investor · Chicago IL · Member since 2013 · 88 posts · 22 votes
    12y
    Originally posted by @Robert Adams:
    @Ben Staples I am currently a broker/salesman in Las Vegas but I am flying to Boston this month to become a broker in MA. I am looking to network with people in MA interested in real estate. If there is ever anythign I can assist you with please let me know.

    Always interested in making connections and meeting people who would be willing to put up with a novice :) I'll definitely stay connected as we get closer to your trip!

  • Robert AdamsBusiness Member
    Real Estate Broker · Henderson, NV · Member since 2009 · 1k+ posts · 373 votes
    12y
    Originally posted by @Shaun Reilly:
    Originally posted by @Robert Adams:
    @Mike Hurney I signed up for class with AREA in Waltham, MA on the 27th - 30th. I am buying my airline tickets today. It is not set in stone but I am leaning towards arriving Jan 25th and leaving Feb 4th. I'm planning to go to NY for the super bowl Jan 31st-Feb 3rd. I am meeting with Derek Sankey at Sankey Real Estate in North Attleboro to discuss joining his brokerage. I'm open to meeting other brokers while I'm in town also if anyone is interested.

    @Robert Adams You should plan on going to the Black Diamond REI meeting on the 28th if you will be here those dates. It is in Waltham not more than 5 minutes from "school" (With half that being making the left turn out of the AREA parking lot:) ). We have a lot of good meetings but this is probably the best one going right now, check out @Ann Bellamy 's forum sig for the website with the exact info.

    As I mentioned when you were asking for school recommendations I am only a couple miles away from AREA. I'd be interested in grabbing a meal/coffee/drinks at some point (In addition to hopefully seeing you at the meeting) when you are here. If you want PM me when you have a better idea of your schedule.

    @Shaun Reilly I replied to you the other day from ky phone but just realized my response never posted. I hope to see you at the Black Diamond event. I need to check their site and see what time the event starts. I will be in school from 9am to 7pm that day so hopefully the timing works out. If not I will reach to you once I am in town and maybe we can grab lunch in Waltham between class or something. Either way I look forward to meeting you!

    The Adams Team at Rothwell Gornt Companies4.970 Reviews
  • Landlord and Rehabber · Newton, MA · Member since 2010 · 2k+ posts · 877 votes
    12y
    Originally posted by @Robert Adams:
    Originally posted by @Shaun Reilly:
    Originally posted by @Robert Adams:
    @Mike Hurney I signed up for class with AREA in Waltham, MA on the 27th - 30th. I am buying my airline tickets today. It is not set in stone but I am leaning towards arriving Jan 25th and leaving Feb 4th. I'm planning to go to NY for the super bowl Jan 31st-Feb 3rd. I am meeting with Derek Sankey at Sankey Real Estate in North Attleboro to discuss joining his brokerage. I'm open to meeting other brokers while I'm in town also if anyone is interested.

    @Robert Adams You should plan on going to the Black Diamond REI meeting on the 28th if you will be here those dates. It is in Waltham not more than 5 minutes from "school" (With half that being making the left turn out of the AREA parking lot:) ). We have a lot of good meetings but this is probably the best one going right now, check out @Ann Bellamy 's forum sig for the website with the exact info.

    As I mentioned when you were asking for school recommendations I am only a couple miles away from AREA. I'd be interested in grabbing a meal/coffee/drinks at some point (In addition to hopefully seeing you at the meeting) when you are here. If you want PM me when you have a better idea of your schedule.

    @Shaun Reilly I replied to you the other day from ky phone but just realized my response never posted. I hope to see you at the Black Diamond event. I need to check their site and see what time the event starts. I will be in school from 9am to 7pm that day so hopefully the timing works out. If not I will reach to you once I am in town and maybe we can grab lunch in Waltham between class or something. Either way I look forward to meeting you!

    I believe that doors open at 6 and meeting starts at 6:30. Though there is usually a little bit of housekeeping announcements so being a few minutes after that wouldn't be a huge deal. Biggest issue would be that they are well attended so you would probably only have a seat in the back or standing room.

    When I did my classes there we got out a little early most days so you can play in by ear and if they let you go by 6:30 (really is less than 5 minutes away) you could hit it.

  • Robert AdamsBusiness Member
    Real Estate Broker · Henderson, NV · Member since 2009 · 1k+ posts · 373 votes
    12y
    Originally posted by @Shaun Reilly:
    Originally posted by @Robert Adams:
    Originally posted by @Shaun Reilly:
    Originally posted by @Robert Adams:
    @Mike Hurney I signed up for class with AREA in Waltham, MA on the 27th - 30th. I am buying my airline tickets today. It is not set in stone but I am leaning towards arriving Jan 25th and leaving Feb 4th. I'm planning to go to NY for the super bowl Jan 31st-Feb 3rd. I am meeting with Derek Sankey at Sankey Real Estate in North Attleboro to discuss joining his brokerage. I'm open to meeting other brokers while I'm in town also if anyone is interested.

    @Robert Adams You should plan on going to the Black Diamond REI meeting on the 28th if you will be here those dates. It is in Waltham not more than 5 minutes from "school" (With half that being making the left turn out of the AREA parking lot:) ). We have a lot of good meetings but this is probably the best one going right now, check out @Ann Bellamy 's forum sig for the website with the exact info.

    As I mentioned when you were asking for school recommendations I am only a couple miles away from AREA. I'd be interested in grabbing a meal/coffee/drinks at some point (In addition to hopefully seeing you at the meeting) when you are here. If you want PM me when you have a better idea of your schedule.

    @Shaun Reilly I replied to you the other day from ky phone but just realized my response never posted. I hope to see you at the Black Diamond event. I need to check their site and see what time the event starts. I will be in school from 9am to 7pm that day so hopefully the timing works out. If not I will reach to you once I am in town and maybe we can grab lunch in Waltham between class or something. Either way I look forward to meeting you!

    I believe that doors open at 6 and meeting starts at 6:30. Though there is usually a little bit of housekeeping announcements so being a few minutes after that wouldn't be a huge deal. Biggest issue would be that they are well attended so you would probably only have a seat in the back or standing room.

    When I did my classes there we got out a little early most days so you can play in by ear and if they let you go by 6:30 (really is less than 5 minutes away) you could hit it.

    Sounds like a plan!

    The Adams Team at Rothwell Gornt Companies4.970 Reviews
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