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Building a Strong Network in Real Estate Investing – What’s Your Biggest Challenge?

Jake Berlin
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Networking in real estate can feel like an uphill battle. When I first started, I found it really challenging to connect with the right mentors and filter through the overwhelming amount of information out there. It’s still a journey for me, and I’ve realized how essential surrounding yourself with a strong community can be in overcoming these obstacles.

Question for everyone: I’m curious, what’s been your biggest challenge in building a strong real estate network? Is it finding reliable information? Connecting with the right people? Understanding and underwriting complex deals?

Let’s get a conversation going. I’d love to hear your stories, struggles, and any advice you might have for others. Real estate can be tough, but I’m a big believer that with the right support and community, we can all succeed and spread our knowledge to one another.

Looking forward to hearing your thoughts!

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Tony Savage
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Hey Jake,

You need to surround yourself with like-minded people. Join your local investment club; there you will find folks that speak the same language.  You will get comfortable talking to fellow investors and eventually meet a few that you can do business with.

I have been investing and networking for quite awhile.  I needed more deal flow so I took a trip down south in late July (Memphis, Chattanooga & Nashville). I met with other investors through a colleague of mine and I will start flipping in Memphis soon.  I'm on my second flip  presently in Chattanooga. Two of the investors that I met with in Chattanooga and Nashville I met through BP.

Be clear on your strategy and soon you will connect with the right investors that will show you the ropes.

Good luck on your real estate journey Jake.  Reach out if you have questions.

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Bob Stevens
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Quote from @Jake Berlin:

Networking in real estate can feel like an uphill battle. When I first started, I found it really challenging to connect with the right mentors and filter through the overwhelming amount of information out there. It’s still a journey for me, and I’ve realized how essential surrounding yourself with a strong community can be in overcoming these obstacles.

Question for everyone: I’m curious, what’s been your biggest challenge in building a strong real estate network? Is it finding reliable information? Connecting with the right people? Understanding and underwriting complex deals?

Let’s get a conversation going. I’d love to hear your stories, struggles, and any advice you might have for others. Real estate can be tough, but I’m a big believer that with the right support and community, we can all succeed and spread our knowledge to one another.

Looking forward to hearing your thoughts!


 I am very direct as many on BP are aware. EVERYONE says," Hey let's network I want in " OK, OK so what "value " do you bring to the table? Why should I " network " with you? Do you have money, or props? If neither, why am I going to " network" with you? What makes you stand out vs the thousands of others that " want in" and never do a darn thing.  

I HOPE you understand what I am saying :) 

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    Quote from @Tony Savage:

    Hey Jake,

    You need to surround yourself with like-minded people. Join your local investment club; there you will find folks that speak the same language.  You will get comfortable talking to fellow investors and eventually meet a few that you can do business with.

    I have been investing and networking for quite awhile.  I needed more deal flow so I took a trip down south in late July (Memphis, Chattanooga & Nashville). I met with other investors through a colleague of mine and I will start flipping in Memphis soon.  I'm on my second flip  presently in Chattanooga. Two of the investors that I met with in Chattanooga and Nashville I met through BP.

    Be clear on your strategy and soon you will connect with the right investors that will show you the ropes.

    Good luck on your real estate journey Jake.  Reach out if you have questions.

    excellent you got off the internet and actually DID IT. Wow amazing what happens when you DO vs read books and sit on the internet. 
    KEEP it up, all the best 
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    James Wachob
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    @Jake Berlin I have found that meeting Realtors is an easy way to get connected. I'm based in Memphis and happy to help introduce you to the players in town.

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    Networking is simple. Go to meetups and be interested, not interesting. Ask good questions. Don't have an ask about how someone can help you. Be a go-giver. Always think how you can bring some value to someone else. And follow up like a champ.

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    i want to hear about it all. investors only tell me about the good stuff, i would also like to hear the bad. i know how it goes, not everything is black & white. investors only talk to you when they have good news, brag, or they want something from you. i like to find others to talk to once a week at least. need the motivation/accountability. i like to talk about real estate because it’s interesting.

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    Quote from @Twannisha Jackson:

    i want to hear about it all. investors only tell me about the good stuff, i would also like to hear the bad. i know how it goes, not everything is black & white. investors only talk to you when they have good news, brag, or they want something from you. i like to find others to talk to once a week at least. need the motivation/accountability. i like to talk about real estate because it’s interesting.


     Loved* that response     

         I agree.

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    Quote from @Bob Stevens:
    Quote from @Jake Berlin:

    Networking in real estate can feel like an uphill battle. When I first started, I found it really challenging to connect with the right mentors and filter through the overwhelming amount of information out there. It’s still a journey for me, and I’ve realized how essential surrounding yourself with a strong community can be in overcoming these obstacles.

    Question for everyone: I’m curious, what’s been your biggest challenge in building a strong real estate network? Is it finding reliable information? Connecting with the right people? Understanding and underwriting complex deals?

    Let’s get a conversation going. I’d love to hear your stories, struggles, and any advice you might have for others. Real estate can be tough, but I’m a big believer that with the right support and community, we can all succeed and spread our knowledge to one another.

    Looking forward to hearing your thoughts!


     I am very direct as many on BP are aware. EVERYONE says," Hey let's network I want in " OK, OK so what "value " do you bring to the table? Why should I " network " with you? Do you have money, or props? If neither, why am I going to " network" with you? What makes you stand out vs the thousands of others that " want in" and never do a darn thing.  

    I HOPE you understand what I am saying :) 

    Thanks for your directness—I definitely respect your viewpoint

    I’m fully committed to advancing in real estate, and I understand that meaningful networking is about mutual value. While I might not have substantial properties or capital yet, I’m serious about investing in myself and making this journey a success.

    I’ve noticed that many experienced members on BP are generous with their advice, offering to answer questions and share insights on their experiences. However, I also realize that true mentorship for me often requires a deeper commitment. I’m curious—do you think there’s a way to approach this where I could offer some form of compensation in dollars for a coach's time? I’d be grateful for the opportunity to learn from some of the great mentors in real estate.   

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    @Jake Berlin, I've had those same connections that I thought I wanted to make snake me out of a deal by going directly to the property owner behind my back, so it's definitely the connections for me. 

    As for the information out there that's offered, I listen, form my thoughts on what I heard by doing some due diligence, but more importantly, I take what I heard and formulate my own approach or outlook on the subject. Information is important, having my own perspective has taught me how to maneuver through the noise.

    I appreciate you allowing the opportunity to share my insight💯🫡!