All Forum Posts by: Kathleen E.

Septic systems can be expensive. Selecting the wrong site can be a Disaster! NWA is known for it's beautiful hills and valleys, but when it comes to septic, those sites need a real pro to work.

This month we're bringing you that Septic Pro. Join us to learn what to look for - and what to look out for. Piper will share some of the hard lessons learned from years in the business and the NWA geography as she discusses:

• Problem topography
• Ground water and wells
• Good neighbors can make a difference
• Considerations for commercial septic sites
• Red flags to research

Piper Satterfield is a founding partner of The Septic Hive, a Septic Design Specialist and chief problem-solver for REI investors. A former Environmental Specialist with the AR Health Dept, Piper brings knowledge, experience and connections to every project.

Seasoned Investors know choosing the right business structure sets the foundations for real estate success. It's a strategic decision that impacts your taxes, but also determines your growth potential and sets the stage for long term success.

This month we bring you a CPA who specializes in real estate to discuss the tax implications as well as a successful corporate attorney to explain how to add value to current transactions while building a legacy for future generations. They will discuss:

• Pros and cons of each legal entity and hybrid strategies
• Structuring your business to optimize tax savings
• Changing legal structures as you grow
• Best practices for protecting current assets
• Strategies for building long-term wealth

Laura Sossamon is the founder of Legacy Law Firm and a confirmed problem solver who is passionate about adding value to transactions related to real estate and families building wealth to leave to future generations.

Greg Seay is CPA, Certified Management, Tax Coach and founder of Cornerstone CPA. His practice deals exclusively with real estate and real estate investing.

Some of our Best Meetings: No speaker ~ Just Us! Join us for a fun night of mingling with other Investors. Grab a bite and a brew and share the experiences you've had, strategies for this crazy market and problems you're dealing with. There is always so much wisdom in the room.

We can talk about whatever anyone brings up. What are the interest rates doing? Are prices moderating? Who's got Deals - and where did they find them? It's a great time to just hang out with your peers!

Who Should Attend? That Would Be You! At our Just Us meetings, we don't have a speaker. All the wisdom resides in our awesome members. They've told us they get as much if not more from these meetings as those with speakers. So join us ~ share your wisdom and don't be shy. You will learn a lot from each other.

Can you find a Good Deal on the MLS? Yes - if you know where to look and what to look for! We'll introduce you to a savvy investor who has had great success using the MLS as a valuable research tool.

Shanelle will share her hard-earned wisdom about how to mine this rich database for those rare gems others are overlooking. From setting up searches and notifications to the best key words to use, you'll learn:

• What Realtors can find that is not available to you
• How to identify sellers open to flexible terms
• Where to find large or connected lots
• Tips for identifying "Hackable" properties

Shanelle Sherlin is a successful real estate investor who has leveraged her experience as a media strategist to build a diverse and growing 7-figure portfolio. She is passionate about building wealth through real estate and helping others to realize what's possible when they take a leap of faith.

Negotiating is tough enough for everyone, but when it's your First Deal, it can be truly scary! This month we're bringing you a Negotiating Pro to share some of her most successful tips.

Joy is a seasoned investor, Realtor and Mentor to many of our new members. She will share tips for successful negotiation, how it works and the best mindset for a Win-Win transaction - especially when it's your First Deal. She'll discuss:

• What to know Before you begin
• The most important thing to identify
• How to handle your experience level
• Key phrases winners use
• The Win-Win Mindset

Joy Hagerty is an experienced investor – and tenacious overachiever. A Realtor with MBA and CPA credentials, Joy works exclusively with investors. Beginning her career with a short-term rental rehab, she has grown her portfolio to 30+ doors and entered the storage-commercial market.

To be successful in today's rei market investors are having to up their game. This month we're showcasing 3 new innovative strategies you can use to invest locally, nationally and internationally!

Co-Ownership: This technique was developed decades ago by the FHA to promote home ownership. This newest iteration is a blend of private lending and co-ownership that allows investors to fund more Deals and private lenders to grow their portfolios.

Incremental Ownership: This is a brand new type of co-ownership used by seasoned investors to purchase incremental shares of properties locally, across the country as well as internationally. A great tool for large or commercial projects.

CDs as a Line of Credit: This little-known strategy is offered by our go-to lender, Armstrong Bank, to help the investor looking for a short-term solution to funding a project. Whether a remodel, assistance with the down payment or other unexpected expense, this is a great tool!

Larry Kelly is a seasoned investor, real estate broker, contractor, landlord, property manager and is known for his ability to solve problems through creative financing. He has developed large projects in NWA and SW Missouri.

Steve Mansfieldis an Executive Commercial Broker with Coldwell Banker in Rogers. From a Mortgage Security Trader, to commercial investor-developer Steve introduces "non-experts" to this multi-faceted segment of the market.

The first Deal is where most Rookie Investors overspend. Join us and share what you learned from your 1st Deal. Mistakes will be made, but they don't have to be yours!

Seasoned Investors know you don't learn from the easy ones! Join us to hear from your peers what went wrong, how they fixed it and what they do differently now. These tips will save you time, $$ and maybe even the entire Deal!

WHO SHOULD ATTEND? That Would Be You! There is so much to learn from your fellow Investors. Anyone who has done their first deal has great wisdom to share. Join us to hear from real Investors about how to keep your first Deal in the black!

Looking for Private $$ Lenders or wondering how that works? Join us to meet some real Private $$ Lenders. Learn what they look for and how they operate! If you are a Private $$ Lender, join us to meet new Investors!

There is a broad spectrum of Private $$ Lenders ~ everything from 401K level to Hard $$ to Fund Managers. This month we're doing something different; think of it a Speed Dating for Private$$!

We'll have tables set up with real Private $$ Lenders for you to:

• Meet and build relationship
• Learn different strategies for lending
• Understand various $$ funding levels
• Discuss your ideas and projects
• FOR PRIVATE $$ FUNDERS: Meet some New Investors

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

Anyone Curious About Private $$ Lending

Investors Looking for Private $$

Private $$ Lenders Looking for Projects

Savvy investors are playing the long game in today's market. They're looking for LAND! Infill Lots ~ Small Acreages ~ In-Town or Nearby. Here's what to know Before You Buy!

Our "Low Ball Queen", Chaia Z, will share her hard-earned wisdom as she tells us what has worked for her - and what didn't go so well when buying land: She'll share:

• What I know now that I didn't know then
• Roads, Easements and Utilities
• Lot size and terrain
• Thoughts on Septic
• Zoning and Lot Splits

Chaia Zellermeyer earned her success through persistence, research and writing offers. From residential flips, she has fearlessly moved on to building, developing and now commercial projects. Her specialty is using joint ventures to leverage her resources and portfolio.

One of the toughest jobs for Rookie investors is finding reliable contractors. This month we're introducing you to a vetted pool of contractors for a fast start to your next Deal.

Meet the guy who has a team of qualified contractors ready for your project. Learn what to look for and the best practices for building your Contractor Team! He'll share:

• How the Ace Handyman Service works
• Where to look for contractors
• What a good referral should include
• Questions to ask at the first contractor meeting
• Red flags to watch for

John Green is the owner of Ace Handyman Services, a team of skilled, reliable contractors in NWA. John and his team offer a comprehensive range of handyman services and a trusted referral source for the jobs outside their scope of service.