All Forum Posts by: Jeff Tumbarello

When: March 6th, 2024

The doors will open at 11:00 AM, allowing you to enjoy your meal and engage in valuable conversations. Use this opportunity to build connections, exchange ideas, and establish professional relationships. The formal meeting starts at noon.

Topic: Build to Rent or Die: Surviving and Thriving in the Competitive Real Estate Landscape

We will start this meeting with a report that Jeff Tumbarello has compiled a report of the top institutionalized owners in Lee County Florida. Do they control the market as some housing pundits suggest?

Speaker: Alvin Tavares, Founder, and Broker at “Build 2 Rent”

Having achieved financial independence through real estate investment, Alvin Taveras now dedicates himself to sharing his industry expertise to assist others in achieving their real estate aspirations. He is the founder of Build 2 Rent, LLC, which aims to streamline the acquisition of cash-flowing properties while mitigating the complexities often associated with other investment approaches. Their refined turnkey process simplifies the identification, acquisition, and management of investment properties. With a specialization in real estate deposition, Alvin routinely advises developers on market dynamics, product development, and sales strategies.Please visit Build2Rent.com for more information.

Location: Three Fishermen Seafood Restaurant

Address: 13021 N Cleveland Ave, North Fort Myers, FL 33903

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Free for SWFL REIA members

Non-Members are $25.00

Please email [email protected] to RSVP

SWFL REIA General Meeting

When: March 20th, 2024

Topic: The State of SWFL Real Estate: Updates, Opportunities, and Strategies for Success

Speaker: Jeff Tumbarello, Director SWFL REIA, Broker Steelbridge Realty LLC, Principal Venture Investment Partners

Jeff Tumbarello is a Real Estate Investor, Real Estate Broker and expert in the Florida real estate market. With over 23 years of experience in real estate investing, Jeff has built a reputation as a trusted and reliable partner for investors looking to navigate the complex Florida real estate market.

Jeff’s extensive experience includes buying, selling, and managing residential and commercial properties throughout Florida. He has a deep understanding of the local market trends and conditions, allowing him to identify investment opportunities that align with his clients’ goals.

In addition to his work as a real estate investor, Jeff is also an advocate for the real estate industry. He is a founder and a Director of the SWFL REIA. The core purpose of The SWFL REIA is to help its members become more profitable and successful through networking, education, and empowerment.

Jeff is also a frequent speaker and commentator on the Florida real estate market, sharing his insights and expertise with investors and industry professionals alike.

With his passion for real estate and commitment to his clients, Jeff Tumbarello has become a leading figure in the Florida real estate market. His deep knowledge of the market and dedication to helping investors achieve their goals has made him a sought-after partner for investors looking to make sound real estate investments in Florida.

In 2003, Jeff founded the South West Florida Real Estate Investment Association with three other SWFL RE investors. He has been a part of every type of real estate transaction. Jeff is considered a local expert and source of data for current real estate trends. He has also performed market metrics and product modeling for capital markets and private equity firms.

Located at the Suite 48 Event Center in Royal Palm Square: 1400 Colonial Blvd #48, Fort Myers, FL 33907

Click here for a map

Click here for a membership information

Free for SWFL REIA members

Non Members are $25.00

Please email [email protected] to RSVP

Schedule of events for the SWFL REIA General Meeting.

We have a meal and a cash bar. Catering by Fowler Street Grill Catering

https://www.fowlerstreetgrill.com/Our-Catering or call Phone: 239-910-0596

5:30 Doors Open/Networking

6:30 Program Begins with a Mastermind Session about the current market and deal engineering.

6:45 Featured Speaker begins.

SWFL REIA Members are free, all others pay $25.00 at the door!

Become a member today! Click here for more information.

SWFL REIA General Meeting

When: February 21st, 2024

Topic: Understanding The Real Estate Commission Lawsuits.

Federal lawsuits are challenging the way real estate agents are paid commissions. The Florida Association of Realtors and 16 brokerages are named in the seventh major antitrust case filed by home sellers since the Sitzer/Burnett verdict. A new suit seeking class-action status filed in the 11th Judicial Circuit Court in Miami-Dade County, this potential class action case accuses Florida Realtors and 16 of the largest real estate brokerages in the state of enforcing anti-competitive restraints that cause home sellers to pay inflated commissions, according to the court documents. The class representative in this case is Parker Holding Group, a firm based in Panama City that sold homes in 2021.

Speaker: BRADLEY W. BUTCHER, Butcher & Associates, P.L.

Bradley W. Butcher was born in Flint, Michigan and grew up on a small family dairy farm. After graduating from Michigan State University in 1995 with a B.A. in Political Science – Prelaw, Mr. Butcher enlisted in the United States Air Force.

Mr. Butcher served with distinction in the United States Air Force from 1995 through August of 1999 and was assigned to the 97th Intelligence Squadron based at Offut Air Force Base near Omaha, Nebraska. Mr. Butcher served as an Airborne Maintenance Technician aboard RC-135 Rivet Joint reconnaissance aircraft. Mr. Butcher was deployed to Prince Sultan Airbase in Saudi Arabia throughout his enlistment serving aboard RC-135 aircraft during operational sorties in support of Operation Southern Watch and the southern Iraqi No -Fly Zone.

In March of 1999, Mr. Butcher was deployed to RAF Mildenhall in Suffolk, England in support of Operation Noble Anvil during the Kosovo air campaign. Mr. Butcher served as an Airborne Maintenance Technician during operational sorties while deployed in support of air operations in Kosovo.

Mr. Butcher was awarded the Aerial Achievement Medal, Air Force Outstanding Unit Award with Valor and 2 Devices, Air Force Good Conduct Medal, Combat Readiness Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, and Air Force Training Ribbon during the course of his service in the United States Air Force.

After leaving the United States Air Force in 1999, Mr. Butcher attended the Thomas M. Cooley Law School in Lansing, Michigan where he pursued the study of law. Mr. Butcher completed an accelerated curriculum and graduated September 15, 2001 first in his law school class.

In April of 2007, Mr. Butcher formed Butcher & Associates, PL. to provide quality legal services in Charlotte, Collier, and Lee Counties.

Located at the Suite 48 Event Center in Royal Palm Square: 1400 Colonial Blvd #48, Fort Myers, FL 33907

Click here for a map

Click here for a membership information

Free for SWFL REIA members

Non Members are $25.00

Please email [email protected] to RSVP

Schedule of events for the SWFL REIA General Meeting.

We have a meal and a cash bar. Catering by Fowler Street Grill Catering

https://www.fowlerstreetgrill.com/Our-Catering or call Phone: 239-910-0596

5:30 Doors Open/Networking

6:30 Program Begins with a Mastermind Session about the current market and deal engineering.

6:45 Featured Speaker begins.

SWFL REIA Members are free, all others pay $25.00 at the door!

Become a member today! Click here for more information.

Looks like LeadSherpa is offering SMS again

Where: 3444 Marinatown Ln North Fort Myers Fl 33903

When: 2/1/20245, 5 PM to 7 PM

We will have finger foods and drinks!

Check out some of the nicest office spaces you'll see in North Fort Myers! These new units have all been beautifully updated and remodeled, allowing you to take advantage of the amazing natural view of the Caloosahatchee.

With 18 units currently available, you can take your pick between incredible value (from $750 and up!) and some fantastic waterfront window views. Make sure to consider the amenities within walking distance as well. Local restaurants including Blackbeard's Tavern, The Nauti Parrot, and others mean you'll never have a boring day at the office!

With a gym coming soon and a large pool, you can skip your gym membership and get your exercise on while you are at work. As if you need MORE distractions, you can even take your boat to work, making use of one of the public slips available for customers and commercial tenants!

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When: February 7th, 2024

The doors will open at 11:00 AM, allowing you to enjoy your meal and engage in valuable conversations. Use this opportunity to build connections, exchange ideas, and establish professional relationships. The formal meeting starts at noon.

Topic: Surfside – Collapse of the Condo Market or Prime Opportunity?

June 24, 2021, at approximately 1:22 a.m, Champlain Towers South, a 12-story beachfront condominium in the Miami suburb of Surfside, Florida, United States, partially collapsed, causing the deaths of 98 people.

In May 2022, the Florida legislature passed Senate bill 4-D – Building Safety, informally known as the Florida Condo Safety Act. This legislation puts in place state-level mandates for inspection and reinspection of condominiums.

Speaker: Dylan R. Shea, Esq. GUARDIAN LEGAL

At Guardian Legal we can assist you with all of your estate planning, real estate, and business law needs

Dylan Shea is an experienced and knowledgeable attorney, he works with clients to develop comprehensive plans that will help to secure and protect their assets for present and future generations.

With his expertise, Dylan helps his clients understand their legal rights, financial goals, and other important factors involved in protecting their families. With Dylan’s years of experience, clients can trust that their interests are being represented with the utmost care and concern. He takes the time to fully understand the needs of his clients and provides individualized solutions tailored to their unique situations.

As an advocate for his clients, Dylan works diligently on their behalf to ensure that all of their legal needs are met. He is committed to providing exceptional service and helping them protect their legacy for generations to come.

This is a different location.

Location: Three Fishermen Seafood Restaurant

Address: 13021 N Cleveland Ave, North Fort Myers, FL 33903

Click here for membership information

Free for SWFL REIA members

Non-Members are $25.00

Please email [email protected] to RSVP

SWFL REIA General Meeting

When: January 17th, 2024

Topic: What is next?

Speaker: Bruce Norris, President, The Norris Group

Bruce Norris is an active investor, hard money lender, and real estate educator with over 35 years of experience. Bruce has been involved in more than 2,000 real estate transactions as a buyer, seller, builder, and money partner.

Renowned for his ability to forecast long-term real estate market trends and timing, the release of The California Comeback report in 1997 gained him much notoriety. The accuracy of the extensive report led many California investors to financial freedom. His January 2006 release, The California Crash, was an in-depth look into the California market correction and the statistics behind Bruce’s predictions.

Bruce speaks and debates nationally and has been a guest speaker at the Mortgage Bankers Association, REOMAC, Inman, HousingWire, California Association of Realtors, California Builders Industry Association, California Mortgage Association, the Real Estate Research Council, and several local and national investment clubs, associations, and service clubs. Bruce has met with local and national government officials including FHA and Fannie Mae to discuss market solutions and market insights.

Bruce is also the host of the award-winning series, I Survived Real Estate. The events bring together leaders from numerous real estate sectors to discuss legislation, regulation, stimulus-related issues, and solutions to the current market. The events have also helped raise over $1,000,000 for charity since it began in 2008.

Bruce hosts the award-winning Norris Group Real Estate Radio Show and Podcast, where he interviews real estate industry leaders, authors, government officials, local experts, and economists. Guests have included representatives from the FBI, the MBA, Freddie Mac, the Appraisal Institute, HUD, Fannie Mae, PropertyRadar, Auction.com, PIMCO, PMI Group, REDC, the National Auctioneers Association, and the Center for Responsible Lending, as well as Peter Schiff of Euro Pacific Capital and John Mauldin to name a few. There are almost 600 shows and 250 hours of free education in our real estate radio archives.

Bruce has contributed articles to many real estate magazines and newsletters including The Business Press, Scotsman Guide, Creative Real Estate Magazine, The Orange County Register, RealtyTrac’s Foreclosure Newsletter, AOA Magazine, and the Daily Commerce. He has also been featured in: The Wall Street Journal, Fox Business News, Nightline ABC, The New York Times, Time Magazine, Good Morning America, the Los Angeles Times, Fortune, Mortgage Banker Magazine, Money Magazine, Reuters, Associated Press, The Orange County Register, The Tribune, and numerous others.

Bruce currently serves on the Executive Board for the Real Estate Research Council of Southern California. He was awarded Educator of the Year by Think Realty in 2018.

Related Bruce Norris

Located at the Suite 48 Event Center in Royal Palm Square: 1400 Colonial Blvd #48, Fort Myers, FL 33907

Click here for a map

Click here for a membership information

Free for SWFL REIA members

Non Members are $25.00

Please email [email protected] to RSVP

Schedule of events for the SWFL REIA General Meeting.

We have a meal and a cash bar. Catering by Fowler Street Grill Catering

https://www.fowlerstreetgrill.com/Our-Catering or call Phone: 239-910-0596

5:30 Doors Open/Networking

6:30 Program Begins with a Mastermind Session about the current market and deal engineering.

6:45 Featured Speaker begins.

SWFL REIA Members are free, all others pay $25.00 at the door!

Become a member today! Click here for more information.

When: January 3rd, 2024

The doors will open at 11:00 AM, allowing you to enjoy your meal and engage in valuable conversations. Use this opportunity to build connections, exchange ideas, and establish professional relationships. The formal meeting starts at noon.

Topic: MultiFamily Investing in 2024

Speaker: Robert Zivkovic, Real Estate Investor, Landlord, Real Estate Property Manager and Hard Money Lender

Robert Zivkovic began investing in real estate at the age of 19 while still in the United States Marine Corps. He started Zivkovic & Associates Real Estate Services, LLC as a natural progression for his clients in 2004. With 30 years of real estate experience, Robert guides his team of experienced managers and staff to provide the highest level of service for our clients.

Robert is a regular speaker to real estate investment groups and is often sought after to provide investment analysis and advice. He has trained a long list of managers who now populate the SW FL real estate landscape.

Robert has been lending money privately since 2011. When partnering with local investors Robert helps make sure they are set up for success by evaluating their plans and providing honest feedback. The goal is for the investor to succeed and profit.

In addition to being a trusted resource in SW Florida, Robert is an active community member. Whether it is volunteering on various public committees, or donating to local organizations, Zivkovic & Associates gives back to the community whenever possible by supporting school athletic programs, scholarship awards, the City of Cape Coral’s Shop with a Cop Program, and most recently the Brotherhood of Heroes, Guardian Angels for Special Populations, and Lifeline Family Center, through the Leadership Cape Coral Class of 2021 fundraiser.

This is a different location.

Location: Three Fishermen Seafood Restaurant

Address: 13021 N Cleveland Ave, North Fort Myers, FL 33903

Click here for membership information

Free for SWFL REIA members

Non-Members are $25.00

Please email [email protected] to RSVP

SWFL REIA General Meeting

When: December 13th, 2023 Doors open at 5:30, and the meeting starts at 6:30

Topic: Navigating the SWFL Real Estate Landscape in 2024: Insights from Industry Experts

Speaker: Denny Grimes, MBA, President, Denny Grimes & Team | KW Naples

Denny Grimes has 40 years of residential sales experience and is a respected real estate agent/expert. He runs a 7th Level team in Naples Florida and a mega-agent expansion office in Fort Myers. From a production standpoint Denny and his team have sold over 6,500 homes worth well over $1 Billion dollars.

Denny is an experienced real estate presenter and Maps BOLD Coach for Keller Williams. For the last 25 years Denny has been the keynote speaker at the News-Press Market Watch (now Market Trends), which is the largest real estate forecasting event of its kind in the country. He is also one of the hosts of “RECON”, a daily role-play and the creator of “The Mastery of Real Estate” YouTube channel.

Denny is a dog lover, private pilot and runner.

Speaker: Brett Ellis, KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY FT MYERS & THE ISLANDS

Brett attended Illinois State University from 1983-88 where he studied corporate finance, world markets, law, advanced financial theory, short-term capital management, economics, accounting and real estate. In 1988 Brett earned a Bachelor’s degree in Finance and also received a minor in Business Administration.

Brett began selling real estate in 1988 when he joined his mother Sande Ellis to form The Ellis Team. The Ellis Team consistently closes over 400 properties each year and is the Top Residential Real Estate Sales Team in Lee County, Florida. They are also consistently in the Top 100 agents in the country and the Top 100 agents out of 118453 agents in 63 countries worldwide.

Brett primarily lists and negotiates contracts, as well as oversees the team’s technology functions including Internet marketing and website creation and innovation. The Ellis Team has nine licensed agents and three full-time assistants working together.

Brett is an accomplished author publishing a monthly Series on Real Estate Topics. He is also a well known national speaker focusing on Marketing Real Estate with Today’s Technology. Brett has hosted a Television Show – Using the Internet to Market Real Estate. Brett is a widely listened to Radio Show Host featured on the weekly radio program “The Future of Real Estate” centering on local and national real estate trends and topics and fields question on a listener call-in.

Speaker: Jeff Tumbarello, Broker Steelbridge Realty, Principal Venture Investment Partners

Jeff Tumbarello is a Real Estate Investor, Real Estate Broker and expert in the Florida real estate market. With over 23 years of experience in real estate investing, Jeff has built a reputation as a trusted and reliable partner for investors looking to navigate the complex Florida real estate market.

Jeff’s extensive experience includes buying, selling, and managing residential and commercial properties throughout Florida. He has a deep understanding of the local market trends and conditions, allowing him to identify investment opportunities that align with his clients’ goals.

In addition to his work as a real estate investor, Jeff is also an advocate for the real estate industry. He is a founder and a Director of the SWFL REIA. The core purpose of The SWFL REIA is to help its members become more profitable and successful through networking, education, and empowerment.

With his passion for real estate and commitment to his clients, Jeff Tumbarello has become a leading figure in the Florida real estate market. His deep knowledge of the market and dedication to helping investors achieve their goals has made him a sought-after partner for investors looking to make sound real estate investments in Florida.

In 2003, Jeff founded the South West Florida Real Estate Investment Association with three other SWFL RE investors. He has been a part of every type of real estate transaction. Jeff is considered a local expert and source of data for current real estate trends. He has also performed market metrics and product modeling for capital markets and private equity firms.

Click here for a map

Click here for a membership information

Free for SWFL REIA members

Non Members are $25.00

Please email [email protected] to RSVP

Schedule of events for the SWFL REIA General Meeting.

We have a meal and a cash bar. Catering by Fowler Street Grill Catering

https://www.fowlerstreetgrill.com/Our-Catering or call Phone: 239-910-0596

5:30 Doors Open/Networking

6:30 Program Begins with a Mastermind Session about the current market and deal engineering.

6:45 Featured Speaker begins.

SWFL REIA Members are free, all others pay $25.00 at the door!

Become a member today! Click here for more information.

New Location~

When: December 6th, 2023

The doors will open at 11:00 AM, allowing you to enjoy your meal and engage in valuable conversations. Use this opportunity to build connections, exchange ideas, and establish professional relationships. The formal meeting starts at noon.

Topic: Year-End Strategies for Real Estate Investors: Maximizing Returns and Minimizing Risks

Speaker: Michael Lyons, Real Estate Investor, Real Estate Broker Lyons Real Estate Inc

Mike Lyons is a dedicated professional who thrives in his work with the SWFL REIA. As a vital organization for networking and acquiring precise market information, SWFL REIA relies on up-to-date market data to comprehend local market trends. With a real estate investing career that began in 2001, Mike has gained experience in nearly every facet of residential real estate investing, including property management, leasing, investing, wholesaling, flipping, property preservation, and vacation rentals.

His primary area of expertise lies in property management, and he currently oversees several hundred properties across Lee County, covering areas such as Cape Coral, Fort Myers, North Fort Myers, Lehigh Acres, and Bonita Springs. As one of the few investors who genuinely enjoy property management, Mike recognizes the crucial role of property preservation as both a property manager and landlord.

Born and raised in Lee County, Mike holds an associate’s degree from Edison College and both bachelor’s and master’s degrees in business from Florida Gulf Coast University. He is a licensed real estate agent as well as a licensed community association manager (CAM). Additionally, Mike completed a two-year mission for his church in Mexico, during which he became fully fluent in Spanish.

This is a different location.

Location: Three Fishermen Seafood Restaurant

Address: 13021 N Cleveland Ave, North Fort Myers, FL 33903

Click here for membership information

Free for SWFL REIA members

Non-Members are $25.00

Please email [email protected] to RSVP