A few ways to find REIAs or meetups in Riverside County:BiggerPockets Local Meetups – Check the events section; many local investors post in the area.Local Facebook Groups – Search for “Riverside Real Estate Investors” or “Inland Empire REIAs.”Networking at events – Even if there isn’t a formal REIA nearby, look for open house tours, workshops, or landlord associations; they’re often smaller but valuable.LinkedIn Events – Search “real estate investing Riverside CA” for networking events or webinars.Sometimes, smaller, informal groups are just as helpful as formal REIAs, especially for sharing deals and local tips.

Quote from @Jules Aton: Quote from @Andrew Steffens: I received a formal demand from an attorney (I believe to be a friend or family member) because I refused to issue a refund for bad weather. 

However, the decision requires careful consideration of both the pros and cons, including potential mortgage complications, additional costs, and the need for strict adherence to corporate formalities.

Future incidents may lead to formal notices and possible termination.”

The lender is aware of you and you have made formal application.

A property tax appeal is a formal request to your county or appraisal district to review your property’s assessed value.

At the same time, I’ve backed that up with formal education, earning my MBA and completing IREM’s Certified Property Manager (CPM®) designation.That blend of experience and education has shaped how I work with investors: practical, no-nonsense, and grounded in what actually drives results.

I have pretty much exhausted the friendly avenue, so will need to accelerate to the more formal resolution.

Since it's my only property and we've developed a relationship with them over the years, even if from afar, I considered taking them to lunch or coffee to discuss but would that be too formal and over-the-top for such a small property?

In that scenario, it’s best to have a formal agreement drawn up and signed, ideally by an attorney, so it’s professional and credible to the bank or auction officials.