Archive for May, 2026
What’s Happening at Tampa REIA – May 7, 2026
Posted on May 7, 2026 byLive In Person & Online Meetings
Upcoming Tampa REIA Dates to Remember:
- THU, MAY 14TH at 6PM: Tampa REIA Main Monthly Meeting on “How Successful Investors Think, Talk & Build Wealth” with John Mangham at Holiday Inn Express Tampa Stadium
- THU, MAY 14TH at 9:30PM: Late Night Networking at Riveters Tampa with Tampa REIA Members & Guests
- Every WEDNESDAY at 7PM: Property Protege Group Coaching Webinar with Don DeRosa
- Check Out Our Our Facebook Groups for Finding Deals
Meeting & Vendor Tradeshow
with John Mangham, CPA
Tampa REIA Members Can Attend for no charge.
Guests Can RSVP Online Now for $20 or Pay $25 at the Door.
Our next Tampa REIA Main Meeting & Vendor Tradeshow on Thursday, May 14th from 6PM-9PM at our NEW LOCATION: of Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa Stadium, 2055 N Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa, FL — featuring special guest speaker John Mangham, CPA.
Real estate investing isn’t just about timing — it’s about strategy. And the investors who grow the fastest are the ones who understand the language of wealth.
At this month’s Tampa REIA Meeting, John will deliver a fast-paced, plain-English session on Investor Speak — how successful investors think, talk, and make decisions that build long-term wealth.
You’ll discover how to go beyond simple cash flow and appreciation by mastering the forces that will truly move the needle in your real estate investing business:
- Leverage
- Amortization
- Depreciation
- Refinancing
- Portfolio Optimization
You’ll also get a clear, practical review of the essential elements of 1031 Exchanges — a must-know tool for anyone serious about scaling tax-efficient wealth.
Whether you’re an investor or you advise investors, speaking their language makes you a smarter, more valuable partner. John will break down five can’t-miss wealth-building strategies every real estate professional should understand.
RSVP Now and be in the room — this session will sharpen your thinking and change the way you approach every deal. Don’t sit this one out. Your future portfolio will thank you. Come network, learn, and level up your real estate game!
RSVP to Attend in Person at https://rsvp.tampareia.com – This link is to attend in person at the Ramada Westshore. No charge for members, $20 for guests or $25 at the door.
Business members can RSVP for a Vendor Table here at https://vendor.tampareia.com. Vendor tables are available on a first come, first serve basis, so reserve your table now.
Call or Text Chrissy at 770-379-4501 if you have any questions. Thank you!
John Mangham began providing property management services for clients in 1982. Today he also provides consulting and education services to real estate investors. He consults primarily in the area of tax planning and specifically with respect to “tax deferred” exchange strategies, such as those contained in the Internal Revenue Code Section 1031. In addition, John coordinates EpiCity’s Special Asset services for clients with unique needs. He has a solid background in accounting and finance, combined with two decades of real estate investment experience.
Prior to his current position, he was President/Owner of Georgia 1031 Exchange Services, Inc. John also owned Excalibur Group, Inc., a real estate investment, management and maintenance company working with clients in acquisition, operations and disposition of performing real estate assets.
John is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, the Georgia Society of Certified Public Accountants, the Association of Real Estate Exchangers, the Georgia Real Estate Investors Association, the Real Estate Educators Association, the Federation of Exchange Accommodators, and the Atlanta Board of Realtors.
He is past president of both the Georgia Chapter of the Real Estate Educators Association and the Atlanta Chapter of the National Association of Residential Property Managers (NARPM). He also served five years as a Director for NARPM, as well as serving as editor of Residential Resource, its national newsletter, chair of the Publications and Education Committees, and three years as Treasurer. He received a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in accounting from Auburn University.
*Please Note: Meeting agenda is subject to change.
At 6:00 PM in the Meeting Room, we have a Vendor Trade Show that lasts throughout the meeting where you can come out and meet many of our participating Business Members and Vendor Guests who help sponsor our meeting.
Vendor tables are limited, so any vendors wanting to reserve a table for the meeting can RSVP for a Vendor Table here. Vendor tables are reserved and setup on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Starting at 6:30 PM, Dustin Griffin kicks off the Tampa REIA Main Monthly Event with updates and announcements. Dustin covers what’s happening at Tampa REIA in the upcoming weeks and months such as upcoming workshops, webcasts, special events, members benefits and much more!
At 6:45 PM or so, we will be having the Haves & Wants Speed Marketing Session which gives our members the opportunity to quickly market deals they HAVE and to find deals they WANT. We also give our business members the opportunity to get up and say a few words about their businesses. Members who want to participate in the Haves & Wants Marketing Session must bring your flyers and get to the meeting early to get on our list of participants.
After the conclusion of the Tampa REIA Main Meeting (around 9:30PM), we will be reconvening at the Riveters Tampa located at 2301 N Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa, FL 33607 for the “Meeting After the Meeting” with Tampa REIA Crew. Come eat, drink, network, have fun and hang out with us late into the night on Tampa Bay!

Every Wednesday at 7PM
By Calling or Texting Chrissy at 770-379-4501


Every Wednesday @ 7PM: Join us at the Property Protege Group EVERY Wednesday at 7PM with Don DeRosa & Christine Griffin at Keller Williams, 1960 Satellite Blvd, Ste 1500, Duluth, GA. Those who cannot attend in-person can join us on Zoom Webinar. Just contact Chrissy for details at 770-379-4501.
Are you interested in real estate investing? Come join us to learn how to analyze deals, explore different investment strategies, and network with like-minded individuals. Each week, we cover diverse topics in real estate to help you gain valuable insights and take the next step toward financial freedom.
Why Attend?
- Learn from experts and seasoned investors
- Get hands-on experience analyzing deals
- Network with aspiring and experienced investors
- Find answers to your real estate questions
Whether you’re a beginner or looking to sharpen your skills, this is the place to start!
Call or text Chrissy at 770-379-4501 for more information or to attend your first meeting at no charge.
Post or Find Real Estate Deals on our Facebook Groups for Real Estate Investors at Florida Real Estate Investors Network, Tampa Real Estate Investors Network & Florida Wholesale Real Estate Deals and many more! See Full List of Facebook Groups.

