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Join Colin Smith and Max Ferguson at Treehouse Cafe on the 1st Tuesday of every month at 6:30 PM and the 50+ investors who regularly attend!

Meeting Topic: Frank Rudy - President of Integrity Environmental Testing (IET) based in Co Springs. Background in construction, restoration and property maintenance. Been in business over 10 years IET has technicians in Co Springs, Denver/Boulder and Ft. Collins to serve all of Colorado. If you are buying, selling or renting property, you should know what the laws are along with some things you should or should not do regarding environmental contaminants and risks (asbestos, lead, mold, meth etc).

Here is what to expect:

Promo Video: https://youtu.be/RsqOiMW35Ec

A time to learn from experienced investors or guest speakers, share wholesale deals, and network with other investors.

Date: November 4th, 2025

Time: 6:30-8:30 PM

Location: Treehouse Cafe - 5965 N Academy Blvd, Ste. 203, Colorado Springs, CO 80918

Cost: Please purchase food and drink on your way into the cafe. Your purchases are the only way we get to continue hosting our meetup at a cafe. Thank you!

Meet The Hosts:

Colin Smith - Investing since 2012 and licensed Realtor since 2014. My niche as a Realtor has been working with Investors in the buy, sell, and management of their investments. I've flipped homes, own and professionally manage rental properties (500+ doors), and been a hard money lender. I personally feel the buy and hold strategy is the ultimate wealth building tool. I personally own 45 residential doors and / or mobile home pads plus a commercial building across the Colorado Springs area working towards building financial independence.

Max Ferguson - I've been immersed in real estate from a young age, managing rentals with my father and purchasing my first multifamily in Colorado Springs 3 years ago. My background includes work in real estate investment analysis for an apartment holding firm with over $500 million in assets and graduation from the University of Nebraska with a Bachelor's degree in Real Estate and Land Use Economics. Being a Realtor is my main focus as I love helping clients navigate the buying, selling, and investment process. I take extreme pride in securing great deals for my clients and providing the best service in my industry. I'm passionate about the opportunities real estate offers for building wealth and I'm committed to helping others grow their portfolios in the Colorado Springs market.

SEE YOU THERE!

Join Colin Smith and Max Ferguson at Treehouse Cafe on the 1st Tuesday of every month at 6:30 PM and the 50+ investors who regularly attend!

Meeting Topic: Colorado passed 4 new laws this summer that directly impact long term rental landlords. Colin will be sharing what these new laws are and how the Solid Rock Realty Property Management team is navigating them.

Here is what to expect:

Promo Video: https://youtu.be/RsqOiMW35Ec

A time to learn from experienced investors or guest speakers, share wholesale deals, and network with other investors.

Date: October 7th, 2025

Time: 6:30-8:30 PM

Location: Treehouse Cafe - 5965 N Academy Blvd, Ste. 203, Colorado Springs, CO 80918

Cost: Please purchase food and drink on your way into the cafe. Your purchases are the only way we get to continue hosting our meetup at a cafe. Thank you!

Meet The Hosts:

Colin Smith - Investing since 2012 and licensed Realtor since 2014. My niche as a Realtor has been working with Investors in the buy, sell, and management of their investments. I've flipped homes, own and professionally manage rental properties (500+ doors), and been a hard money lender. I personally feel the buy and hold strategy is the ultimate wealth building tool. I personally own 45 residential doors and / or mobile home pads plus a commercial building across the Colorado Springs area working towards building financial independence.

Max Ferguson - I've been immersed in real estate from a young age, managing rentals with my father and purchasing my first multifamily in Colorado Springs 3 years ago. My background includes work in real estate investment analysis for an apartment holding firm with over $500 million in assets and graduation from the University of Nebraska with a Bachelor's degree in Real Estate and Land Use Economics. Being a Realtor is my main focus as I love helping clients navigate the buying, selling, and investment process. I take extreme pride in securing great deals for my clients and providing the best service in my industry. I'm passionate about the opportunities real estate offers for building wealth and I'm committed to helping others grow their portfolios in the Colorado Springs market.

SEE YOU THERE!

Join Colin Smith and Max Ferguson at Treehouse Cafe on the 1st Tuesday of every month at 6:30 PM and the 50+ investors who regularly attend!

Meeting Topic: Luke Rzepiennik, Co-Founder of Renjoy Short Term Rentals and a local real estate investor who’s been actively investing in STRs since 2019. As both an operator and investor, Luke's seen firsthand what works — and what doesn’t — in the STR market today across Colorado Springs and the surrounding areas. At this meetup, Luke will share the latest on STR performance, which property types are delivering the best returns, and the features that consistently drive ROI, along with key regulatory updates to help you invest and operate successfully.

Here is what to expect:

Promo Video: https://youtu.be/RsqOiMW35Ec

A time to learn from experienced investors or guest speakers, share wholesale deals, and network with other investors.

Date: September 2nd, 2025

Time: 6:30-8:30 PM

Location: Treehouse Cafe - 5965 N Academy Blvd, Ste. 203, Colorado Springs, CO 80918

Cost: Please purchase food and drink on your way into the cafe. Your purchases are the only way we get to continue hosting our meetup at a cafe. Thank you!

Meet The Hosts:

Colin Smith - Investing since 2012 and licensed Realtor since 2014. My niche as a Realtor has been working with Investors in the buy, sell, and management of their investments. I've flipped homes, own and professionally manage rental properties (500+ doors), and been a hard money lender. I personally feel the buy and hold strategy is the ultimate wealth building tool. I personally own 45 residential doors and / or mobile home pads plus a commercial building across the Colorado Springs area working towards building financial independence.

Max Ferguson - I've been immersed in real estate from a young age, managing rentals with my father and purchasing my first multifamily in Colorado Springs 3 years ago. My background includes work in real estate investment analysis for an apartment holding firm with over $500 million in assets and graduation from the University of Nebraska with a Bachelor's degree in Real Estate and Land Use Economics. Being a Realtor is my main focus as I love helping clients navigate the buying, selling, and investment process. I take extreme pride in securing great deals for my clients and providing the best service in my industry. I'm passionate about the opportunities real estate offers for building wealth and I'm committed to helping others grow their portfolios in the Colorado Springs market.

SEE YOU THERE!

Join Colin Smith and Max Ferguson at Treehouse Cafe on the 1st Tuesday of every month at 6:30 PM and the 50+ investors who regularly attend!

Meeting Topic: Colin Smith with Solid Rock Realty will be doing a 3 part series on managing long term rentals. The August meetup will wrap up the final portion of the series. We will cover what you need to know and what laws need to be followed from move in to move out. As a bonus, we will chat about things Landlords are frequently temped to do but never should!

Here is what to expect:

Promo Video: https://youtu.be/RsqOiMW35Ec

A time to learn from experienced investors or guest speakers, share wholesale deals, and network with other investors.

Date: August 5th, 2025

Time: 6:30-8:30 PM

Location: Treehouse Cafe - 5965 N Academy Blvd, Ste. 203, Colorado Springs, CO 80918

Cost: Please purchase food and drink on your way into the cafe. Your purchases are the only way we get to continue hosting our meetup at a cafe. Thank you!

Meet The Hosts:

Colin Smith - Investing since 2012 and licensed Realtor since 2014. My niche as a Realtor has been working with Investors in the buy, sell, and management of their investments. I've flipped homes, own and professionally manage rental properties (500+ doors), and been a hard money lender. I personally feel the buy and hold strategy is the ultimate wealth building tool. I personally own 45 residential doors and / or mobile home pads plus a commercial building across the Colorado Springs area working towards building financial independence.

Max Ferguson - I've been immersed in real estate from a young age, managing rentals with my father and purchasing my first multifamily in Colorado Springs 3 years ago. My background includes work in real estate investment analysis for an apartment holding firm with over $500 million in assets and graduation from the University of Nebraska with a Bachelor's degree in Real Estate and Land Use Economics. Being a Realtor is my main focus as I love helping clients navigate the buying, selling, and investment process. I take extreme pride in securing great deals for my clients and providing the best service in my industry. I'm passionate about the opportunities real estate offers for building wealth and I'm committed to helping others grow their portfolios in the Colorado Springs market.

SEE YOU THERE!

Join Colin Smith and Max Ferguson at Treehouse Cafe on the 1st Tuesday of every month at 6:30 PM and the 50+ investors who regularly attend!

Meeting Topic: Miller McSwain is a former nuclear rocket scientist turned real estate industry expert. Based in Colorado Springs, Miller and his wife have built a thriving Co-Living portfolio, producing over $8,000/month in cash flow alongside partners. He is the author of Co-Living Cash Flow, published by BiggerPockets, the leading platform for real estate investors. Known for his innovative approach and deep knowledge of the Co-Living strategy, Miller helps others maximize rental income, streamline operations, and achieve financial independence.

Here is what to expect:

Promo Video: https://youtu.be/RsqOiMW35Ec

A time to learn from experienced investors or guest speakers, share wholesale deals, and network with other investors.

Date: July 1st, 2025

Time: 6:30-8:20 PM

Location: Treehouse Cafe - 5965 N Academy Blvd, Ste. 203, Colorado Springs, CO 80918

Cost: Please purchase food and drink on your way into the cafe. Your purchases are the only way we get to continue hosting our meetup at a cafe. Thank you!

Meet The Hosts:

Colin Smith - Investing since 2012 and licensed Realtor since 2014. My niche as a Realtor has been working with Investors in the buy, sell, and management of their investments. I've flipped homes, own and professionally manage rental properties (500+ doors), and been a hard money lender. I personally feel the buy and hold strategy is the ultimate wealth building tool. I personally own 45 residential doors and / or mobile home pads plus a commercial building across the Colorado Springs area working towards building financial independence.

Max Ferguson - I've been immersed in real estate from a young age, managing rentals with my father and purchasing my first multifamily in Colorado Springs 3 years ago. My background includes work in real estate investment analysis for an apartment holding firm with over $500 million in assets and graduation from the University of Nebraska with a Bachelor's degree in Real Estate and Land Use Economics. Being a Realtor is my main focus as I love helping clients navigate the buying, selling, and investment process. I take extreme pride in securing great deals for my clients and providing the best service in my industry. I'm passionate about the opportunities real estate offers for building wealth and I'm committed to helping others grow their portfolios in the Colorado Springs market.

SEE YOU THERE!

Join Colin Smith and Max Ferguson at Treehouse Cafe on the 1st Tuesday of every month at 6:30 PM and the 50+ investors who regularly attend!

Meeting Topic: Colin Smith with Solid Rock Realty will be doing a 3 part series on managing long term rentals. In May we discussed Finding and Analyzing Rental Properties. Part 2 in June we will be discussing the Resident Screening process, Leasing and your Lease Agreement. Part 3 will be in August where we will cover what to expect after your new Residents have moved in.

Here is what to expect:

Promo Video: https://youtu.be/RsqOiMW35Ec

A time to learn from experienced investors or guest speakers, share wholesale deals, and network with other investors.

Date: June 3rd, 2025

Time: 6:30-8:20 PM

Location: Treehouse Cafe - 5965 N Academy Blvd, Ste. 203, Colorado Springs, CO 80918

Cost: Please purchase food and drink on your way into the cafe. Your purchases are the only way we get to continue hosting our meetup at a cafe. Thank you!

Meet The Hosts:

Colin Smith - Investing since 2012 and licensed Realtor since 2014. My niche as a Realtor has been working with Investors in the buy, sell, and management of their investments. I've flipped homes, own and professionally manage rental properties (500+ doors), and been a hard money lender. I personally feel the buy and hold strategy is the ultimate wealth building tool. I personally own 45 residential doors and / or mobile home pads plus a commercial building across the Colorado Springs area working towards building financial independence.

Max Ferguson - I've been immersed in real estate from a young age, managing rentals with my father and purchasing my first multifamily in Colorado Springs 3 years ago. My background includes work in real estate investment analysis for an apartment holding firm with over $500 million in assets and graduation from the University of Nebraska with a Bachelor's degree in Real Estate and Land Use Economics. Being a Realtor is my main focus as I love helping clients navigate the buying, selling, and investment process. I take extreme pride in securing great deals for my clients and providing the best service in my industry. I'm passionate about the opportunities real estate offers for building wealth and I'm committed to helping others grow their portfolios in the Colorado Springs market.

SEE YOU THERE!

Join Colin Smith and Max Ferguson at Treehouse Cafe on the 1st Tuesday of every month at 6:30 PM and the 50+ investors who regularly attend!

Meeting Topic: Colin Smith with Solid Rock Realty will be doing a 3 part series on managing long term rentals. In May we will be discussing Finding and Analyzing Rental Properties. We will dig into some numbers using properties on the market today, discuss differences between single family and multi-family homes, and what to expect to find a "deal". Part 2 in June will cover the Resident Screening process / Leasing and your Lease Agreement. Part 3 will be in August (we have a different guest speaker in July) where we will cover what to expect after your new Residents have moved in.

Here is what to expect:

Promo Video: https://youtu.be/RsqOiMW35Ec

A time to learn from experienced investors or guest speakers, share wholesale deals, and network with other investors.

Date: May 6th, 2025

Time: 6:30-8:30 PM

Location: Treehouse Cafe - 5965 N Academy Blvd, Ste. 203, Colorado Springs, CO 80918

Cost: Please purchase food and drink on your way into the cafe. Your purchases are the only way we get to continue hosting our meetup at a cafe. Thank you!

Meet The Hosts:

Colin Smith - Investing since 2012 and licensed Realtor since 2014. My niche as a Realtor has been working with Investors in the buy, sell, and management of their investments. I've flipped homes, own and professionally manage rental properties (500+ doors), and been a hard money lender. I personally feel the buy and hold strategy is the ultimate wealth building tool. I personally own 45 residential doors and / or mobile home pads plus a commercial building across the Colorado Springs area working towards building financial independence.

Max Ferguson - I've been immersed in real estate from a young age, managing rentals with my father and purchasing my first multifamily in Colorado Springs 3 years ago. My background includes work in real estate investment analysis for an apartment holding firm with over $500 million in assets and graduation from the University of Nebraska with a Bachelor's degree in Real Estate and Land Use Economics. Being a Realtor is my main focus as I love helping clients navigate the buying, selling, and investment process. I take extreme pride in securing great deals for my clients and providing the best service in my industry. I'm passionate about the opportunities real estate offers for building wealth and I'm committed to helping others grow their portfolios in the Colorado Springs market.

SEE YOU THERE!

Join Colin Smith and Max Ferguson at Treehouse Cafe on the 1st Tuesday of every month at 6:30 PM and the 50+ investors who regularly attend!

Meeting Topic: Sam Bromley owns the Bromley mortgage Team and has funded over a 100 million in residential real estate loans. He now additionally owns Love Lending Group which specializes in funding residential construction loans for builders and developers with projects ranging from 1 spec home to 500-unit apartment complexes. Love lending group has access to private funding sources able to fund projects of over a 100 million dollars. He'll be sharing the process of how to get funding for construction loans for developers and construction companies. If you can build it, he can fund it. 

Here is what to expect:

Promo Video: https://youtu.be/RsqOiMW35Ec

A time to learn from experienced investors or guest speakers, share wholesale deals, and network with other investors.

Date: Tuesday, April 1st, 2025

Time: 6:30-8:30 PM

Location: Treehouse Cafe - 5965 N Academy Blvd, Ste. 203, Colorado Springs, CO 80918

Cost: Please purchase food and drink on your way into the cafe. Your purchases are the only way we get to continue hosting our meetup at a cafe. Thank you!

Meet The Hosts:

Colin Smith - Investing since 2012 and licensed Realtor since 2014. My niche as a Realtor has been working with Investors in the buy, sell, and management of their investments. I've flipped homes, own and professionally manage rental properties (500+ doors), and been a hard money lender. I personally feel the buy and hold strategy is the ultimate wealth building tool. I personally own 45 residential doors and / or mobile home pads plus a commercial building across the Colorado Springs area working towards building financial independence.

Max Ferguson - I've been immersed in real estate from a young age, managing rentals with my father and purchasing my first multifamily in Colorado Springs 3 years ago. My background includes work in real estate investment analysis for an apartment holding firm with over $500 million in assets and graduation from the University of Nebraska with a Bachelor's degree in Real Estate and Land Use Economics. Being a Realtor is my main focus as I love helping clients navigate the buying, selling, and investment process. I take extreme pride in securing great deals for my clients and providing the best service in my industry. I'm passionate about the opportunities real estate offers for building wealth and I'm committed to helping others grow their portfolios in the Colorado Springs market.

SEE YOU THERE!

Join Colin Smith, Max Ferguson, and 50+ investors at Treehouse Cafe on March 4th at 6:30 PM. Max will discuss the key differences between single-family rentals and small multifamily properties, covering financing, tenant dynamics, risk, and long-term growth strategies.

Watch the full details in our latest video! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RsqOiMW35Ec

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Join Colin Smith and Max Ferguson at Treehouse Cafe on the 1st Tuesday of every month at 6:30 PM and the 50+ investors who regularly attend!

Meeting Topic: Max Ferguson will be talking building a real estate portfolio, choosing between single-family rentals and small multifamily properties can significantly impact cash flow, scalability, and management strategy. Max Ferguson, a seasoned real estate professional and former acquisition analyst for a multifamily investment firm, will break down the key differences, including financing, tenant dynamics, risk, and long-term growth potential. Whether you’re a first-time investor or looking to scale, this discussion will help you determine which asset type aligns best with your investment goals.

Here is what to expect:

Promo Video: https://youtu.be/RsqOiMW35Ec

A time to learn from experienced investors or guest speakers, share wholesale deals, and network with other investors.

Date: Tuesday, March 4th, 2025

Time: 6:30-8:30 PM

Location: Treehouse Cafe - 5965 N Academy Blvd, Ste. 203, Colorado Springs, CO 80918

Cost: Please purchase food and drink on your way into the cafe. Your purchases are the only way we get to continue hosting our meetup at a cafe. Thank you!

Meet The Hosts:

Colin Smith - Investing since 2012 and licensed Realtor since 2014. My niche as a Realtor has been working with Investors in the buy, sell, and management of their investments. I've flipped homes, own and professionally manage rental properties (500+ doors), and been a hard money lender. I personally feel the buy and hold strategy is the ultimate wealth building tool. I personally own 45 residential doors and / or mobile home pads plus a commercial building across the Colorado Springs area working towards building financial independence.

Max Ferguson - I've been immersed in real estate from a young age, managing rentals with my father and purchasing my first multifamily in Colorado Springs 3 years ago. My background includes work in real estate investment analysis for an apartment holding firm with over $500 million in assets and graduation from the University of Nebraska with a Bachelor's degree in Real Estate and Land Use Economics. Being a Realtor is my main focus as I love helping clients navigate the buying, selling, and investment process. I take extreme pride in securing great deals for my clients and providing the best service in my industry. I'm passionate about the opportunities real estate offers for building wealth and I'm committed to helping others grow their portfolios in the Colorado Springs market.

SEE YOU THERE!