Let me ask you.. What do you want?

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So my wife and I are thinking about creating a local networking event in Charlotte. It will be free and will give us a chance to meet, network and talk real estate. We don't have anything set in stone and this is merely just an idea we had last week.

so my question is.. what do you want in a network event? what could we do to make the most out of your time?

Oman Hattley · Answer

Sharing methodology and what others have found beneficial in this market. Resources of great contractors and agents to work with in this area.

Eugene Rabinovich · Answer

@Jim Kalish good idea. thanks for the feedback Jim.

Mindy Jensen · Answer

Moderator Note: Discussing the creation of an event in this forum is fine, but event announcements are only allowed in the Events Forum. Please post your event in the proper forum when you have figured out what you want. www.biggerpockets.com/events

Jim Kalish · Answer

So I've been to a couple different types of networking events before the you know what. One is where folks get together at a property nearing completion, have a couple of sips of ice tea, look at the rehab, and just talk. This could also just be a get together at a someone's residence. These are nice but not alway that fruitful. The other is a more structured approach. Meet at a bar or restaurant. Start with a little social hour networking. Then have a speaker like a wholesaler or someone such as a real estate attorney or accountant. Most people in this business love to share as long as someone pays for their meal. That person should be able to share some real info and not just high level stuff. Restaurants or bars will work with you if its on an off night and everyone understands the need to buy a sandwich and have a drink or 2. Jeff Johnson did this last year once a month in Charlotte. Always packed. Don't pick a night that one of the REIAs are having their main meeting.

Eugene Rabinovich · Answer

@Oman Hattley thanks for your input!

Let me ask you.. What do you want?

Let me ask you.. What do you want?

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