Should I go to BPCON?

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Hey everyone, I am a brand new investor and member of the Bigger Pockets Community. I am debating going to BPCON in Vegas in October. For anyone who has been before can you provide some insight as to how it was? Is it worth it for someone like me who hasn't done any deals yet, but is going to be making offers on my 1st investment property in the spring? I'm looking to learn. Thank you!

Victor Patel · Answer

I have went to many real estate and franchise conferences over the last 30 years.  I went to my first BiggerPockets conference last year.  It was a blast.  Like @Jesse Rivera mentioned above, I also go to a few sessions but spend most of my time in the lobby or at the bar making connections.

"You can learn something from everyone" is my motto.  I've made many connections and learned a great deal just listening to people and learning from their experience.  It's an education that Harvard, Yale or Stanford can not provide and it's FREE!  If you end up going feel free to reach out.  I'm definitly going again this year!

Alexandra Hughes Pailet · Answer

@Laura Nelson Hey Laura! It was just brought to my attention this morning that the marketing email didn't specifically outline a final date to register with the exclusive early access discount. Please email me today and I'll honor a $100 off coupon good until midnight tonight. Alexandra@biggerpockets.com

Thank you!

Laura Nelson · Answer

I went last year for the first time, and it was a blast! The networking was the best part... just learning what everyone is doing and hearing what is working for them (or not) was super valuable. I made a lot of friends, and am looking forward to seeing them again in Vegas!

Jesse Rivera · Answer

For a new investor, events like this are a goldmine. And here is why:

Real estate is all about relationships.

Events like this give the opportunity to meet and talk to investors from all over the country, doing different kind of investing, and with a varied amount of experience. When I go to events like this, I do go to some of the sessions, but most of my time is just sitting in the lobby chatting with people.

You will learn a lot, but you just may walk away with new friends, new partners, and maybe even someone who can call a mentor. I still keep in touch with people I've met a decade ago!

I highly suggest you go.

And it's VEGAS!!!

Samantha Benz · Answer

This is very helpful! I really appreciate your message and I hope to be there too. :)

Alexandra Hughes Pailet · Answer

Hey Samantha! I'm Alex, Director of Events at BiggerPockets. Obviously I'm a little biased,  but I absolutely love BPCON! I'll let others chime in on their experiences, but from a motivational perspective, I think attending live events and getting the "conference high" is something that only happens through in-person connections and being in the same room with investors who are eagerly pursuing their real estate/financial goals.

BPCON attracts investors from all experience levels, including folks looking for their first or second deal. There's content for everyone and networking galore! Plus, we like to make it fun so there will be 2 evening events, in addition to all the daytime sessions. We don't believe in VIP tracks and want everyone to come in feeling equal so your ticket is your all-access pass, the only exception being a la carte workshops on Sunday before the conference kicks off. These workshops are 3-hour deep dives into a specific topic with no more than 100 attendees in each workshop.

The full agenda will likely be released in March at biggerpockets.com/conference and you can take a look at all content offerings then! We hope to see you in Vegas :)

Laura Nelson · Answer

Is there some reason the early bird pricing went up without a deadline and without warning? All messaging said "soon", when generally there would be some sort of notice or indication things would change. I went to sign up this morning, and it costs an additional $100.

Alexandra Hughes Pailet · Answer

Awesome to hear and we're excited to have you back in Vegas!

Alexandra Hughes Pailet · Answer

Looking forward to having you back! As an alumni of BPCON, you can snag your ticket now for a discount if you haven't already!

Bhekizwe M. · Answer

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