networking/becoming friends with your competition

[Bernard B.]

Believe it or not, I try to network and become friends with my competition. I look them as "frenemies" , friends and enemies at the same time. My philosophy is simple, there are more than enough properties and deals to go around. If I help them learn about real estate, hopefully I can also learn from them about real estate. My most recent experience however, is that my competition  seems to be secretive and not willing to share information that could be beneficial to both of us in the near future. Anyway, my opinion , for what it is worth , is that we should all network with each and try to grow the profit pie.

[Shawn Mcenteer]

Hi @Bernard B.Agree with you,  sharing knowledge benefits all. For me teaching others is the best way to teach myself.  Sharing the knowledge I have reestablishes it in my head and in process teaches me new ideas from whomever I am speaking to.