Flipper/Rehabber · Phoenix, AZ · Member since 2016 · 7 posts · 7 votes
I recently moved to north Phoenix (5 months ago) with my wife and 2 dogs. I have been researching and learning about investing now for a few years off and on. I'm currently also going for my AZ real estate salesperson license to work part time at so I can develop a better knowledge of real estate, sales, contracts, and to connect with people. I probably will not start my investing in AZ but would love to work towards having rental properties here as well. I'm looking for anyone both new and seasoned to connect and share knowledge and wisdom with.
I'm also looking for any recommendations on Brokers who would work with brand new very part time salespersons looking to learn as much as possible.
Thanks, and I look forward to meeting some of you.
Hi @Matthew Schlottman, welcome to real estate investing and real estate sales! One of the best places to build a wide knowledge base is through joining Arizona Real Estate Investors Association. This organization has been around for decades and concentrates on educating investors of all levels and creating events for them to connect.
Even during COVID-19 they have a robust program, they bring in market leaders and analysts to keep you posted on what's going on and they host virtual events based on your specific interests. This is not a paid endorsement, I just think it's a great first place to start.
My brokerage, Tru Realty, was founded by an investor to create an investor-friendly brokerage. I encourage you to check us out when the time is right! There are other Meet Ups, depending on your particular interests. Feel free to ask my anything. I've been licensed since 2005 and work with investors and consumers.
Welcome to BP! As @Melanie Johnston stated, check out AZREIA meetups and other meetups organized by members on BP. Here is the link to the BP events so you can find events close to you. I hope to see you out at some of the meetups once things open back up! https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/521-events-and-happenings
@Matthew Schlottman If you click on the Network tab at the top of this page and then you click on events, it will pull up a map of the US. You can click on the state where you are interested in networking or put in the zip code. It will pull up the meetings that are scheduled in that state or area. There are usually around 10 or more meetups in Arizona every month. Those meetups are great places to learn and network. You can also go to meetup.com and type in real estate and find some groups there. There is truely an abundance of information and networking opportunities in Arizona when it comes to real estate investing.