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In Today’s Tampa REIA Update:

1. MON, November 17th: Beginning Investors Group Webinar on “How to Cash In & Get Rich During the Real Estate Market Reset!” with Andy Heller
2. TUES, November 18th: Onsite Renovation Group at 14912 Wedgewood Pl in Tampa
3. 24/7 Webinar Replay: The Beginning Investors Group Webinar with David Miller & Dylon Ross on “How to Invest in Real Estate Using Cryptocurrency!”
4. Every WED 7PM: Property Protege Group (PPG) Coaching Meets on Zoom Webinar
5. Our Facebook Groups for Posting & Finding Deals

The Beginning Investors Group Online (BIGO) is meets ONLINE ONLY on the 3rd Monday of each month at 7PM on Zoom Webinar. This month, on  Monday, November 17th at 7PM our special topic will be How to Cash I & Get Rich During the Real Estate Market Reset!

Real Estate Investors, how did a select few investors know in 2007 that the real estate market was going to reset in 2008, followed by an opportunity to make millions? They studied TWO key statistics. Mortgage delinquencies and Foreclosure starts. Guess what those same two statistics are telling us today?!?

• Seriously delinquent mortgages, 90+ day delinquent, are up 4% year over year.
• Foreclosure start rate is up 61% year over year, the highest increase since January 2020.

TODAY we are seeing the same indicators of a coming reset as select few investors saw AND UNDERSTOOD in 2007. RSVP NOW and join us on Monday on the BIG Webinar where 35+ year investor and 20+ year educator, Andy Heller, will discuss how YOU can be one of the select investors to understand what these two statistics mean, and turn this into your own personal fortune in the near future.

Neither Andy Heller nor his real estate partner Scott Frank, ever intended to become full time real estate investors. However, in their approximately 60 years of combined real estate investing, they have developed a long term real estate investing strategy that has allowed them to make loads of money while minimizing their time, effort and headaches.

On a part-time basis, while involved in successful non-real estate careers and putting their families first, Scott and Andy have bought, rented and hundreds of homes. Additionally, in many years, they have made more money in their 2-5 hour a week “side real estate investing job” than in their 40+ hour per week day job.

Over the years, Andy and Scott learned a lot. They eventually developed the “Buy Low, Rent Smart, Sell High” program, which is a grounded and realistic wealth generating method. You can use it to buy one home, or dozens. Andy and Scott are living proof that it can be done, and it does not take a lot of money or a lot of time… just the desire to make it happen.

In 2005, FORTUNE MAGAZINE recognized the “Buy Low, Rent Smart, Sell High” program among the top five real estate wealth building strategies. After the Fortune recognition, requests came in for Andy and Scott to speak and teach others what they have learned during their real estate investing career. Shortly thereafter Andy and Scott formed their educational company called “Regular Riches”. Andy and Scott selected the name “Regular Riches” to show that “regular guys” and “regular gals” just like them can achieve real estate riches.

Looking at where today’s real estate market is and is likely heading, we reached out specifically to Andy as he is the recognized national expert in REOs and Lease/Options. Both investment strategies look to be among the greatest opportunities for real estate investors in the coming years. Andy has helped countless people in their efforts to realize their dreams, and he is ready to share his knowledge to simply and easily put you on the road to financial freedom.

Watch BIG Webinar Replay Here

The Beginning Investors Group Online (BIGO) is meets ONLINE ONLY on the 3rd Monday of each month at 7PM on Zoom Webinar. This month, on  Monday, October 20th at 7PM, we recorded How to Invest in Real Estate Using Cryptocurrency! If you’ve ever wondered how to turn your crypto gains into real doors, deeds, and cash flow, this BIG Webinar is for you!

Watch BIG Webinar Replay on Cryptocurrency
with David Miller & Dylon Ross
Chrissy’s Special Crypto Link is…
Crypto.AtlantaREIA.com

We’re hosting David Miller, a real estate professional, consultant and successful crypto trader from California and Dylon Ross, a local crypto and real estate investor who’s been quietly using Bitcoin, ETH, and stablecoins to structure real property deals—legally, tax-smart, and fast. Join us Monday, where they will teach you how they’re doing it!

Don’t miss this rare chance to learn how to leverage both crypto and real estate in the same transaction. Be sure to Watch BIG Webinar Replay Here and learn and level up your real estate game with some new tips and tricks! If you have any questions, please call or text Chrissy at 770-379-4501. Chrissy’s Special Crypto Link is Crypto.AtlantaREIA.com .

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.

In Today’s Tampa REIA Update:

1. THU, November 13th: Tampa REIA on “Mortgage Moves for Savvy Investors” with Erika Alves
2. THU, November 13th: Late Night Networking at World of Beer
3. MON, November 17th: Beginning Investors Group Webinar on “How to Cash In & Get Rich During the Real Estate Market Reset!” with Andy Heller
4. TUES, November 18th: Onsite Renovation Group at 14912 Wedgewood Pl in Tampa
5. 24/7 Webinar Replay: The Beginning Investors Group Webinar with David Miller & Dylon Ross on “How to Invest in Real Estate Using Cryptocurrency!”
6. Every WED 7PM: Property Protege Group (PPG) Coaching Meets on Zoom Webinar
7. Our Facebook Groups for Posting & Finding Deals

Be sure to RSVP Now and Join Us for Triple Header at our next Tampa REIA Main Meeting & Vendor Tradeshow on Thursday, November 13th from 6PM-9PM at the Ramada Westshore, 1200 N Westshore Blvd, Tampa, FL. RSVP NOW! Our special guest speaker this month will be Erika Alves of Cross Country Mortgage.

Savvy investors know that in today’s market, financing is the key to scaling fast and staying competitive. Join us at Tampa REIA where mortgage strategist Erika Alves for From Assets to Advantage: Modern Mortgage Moves for Savvy Investors, an exclusive presentation designed to help you unlock powerful tools like DSCR loans, Land Trusts, and alternative financing programs tailored to real-world investor needs.

Discover how to leverage your existing assets, protect your privacy, and structure deals that maximize cash flow and long-term returns. Whether you’re growing your rental portfolio, flipping properties, or managing short-term rentals, you’ll walk away with proven strategies to access capital creatively, close faster, and outsmart the competition in any market.

Here are a few things Erika wants to share during her time with you…

Introduction: Setting the Stage

• What today’s investor market looks like (competitive, low inventory, rising rents).
• Why financing strategy matters as much as the property itself.
• Traditional lending vs. alternative lending — the key mindset shift.
• What to know about being in a buyer’s market and how to compete.

DSCR Loans (Debt Service Coverage Ratio)

What they are:

• Approval based on the property’s income, not the borrower’s personal income.
• Ideal for investors with multiple properties or complex tax returns.

Key advantages:

• No tax returns, no W2s, no paystubs.
• Qualify strictly using rental income or projected market rents.
• Fast closings, flexible loan structures (interest-only options available).
• Allows portfolio expansion without impacting personal DTI.

Ideal use cases:

• Short-term rentals (Airbnb/VRBO)
• Long-term rental portfolios
• Rapid acquisition and scale model

Land Trusts

What they are:

• A legal ownership structure that holds title to real estate.

Why investors use them:

• Increased privacy and anonymity of ownership.
• Potentially simplifies assignment of property ownership.
• Can support estate and asset planning strategies (consult a legal professional).
• May enhance anonymity for investors with multiple holdings

Clarifications (important for mortgage messaging):

• Not for hiding assets or avoiding liability.

Alternative Financing Programs

Examples to highlight:

• Bank statement loans (for self-employed borrowers)
• Asset qualifier / asset depletion loans
• Fix & Flip / Renovation financing
• Bridge loans & cross-collateralization options

Investor advantages:

• Leverage assets instead of income.
• Maintain liquidity while acquiring more doors.
• Reduced documentation and faster underwriting.

If you’re serious about growing your portfolio, this is the presentation you can’t afford to skip.

Learn how to leverage DSCR loans, Land Trusts, and creative financing to unlock equity, boost cash flow, and build long-term wealth, even in a tough market.

Your next great deal starts with the right financing strategy — don’t miss it. RSVP NOW and join us at Tampa REIA!

With over 22 years in the mortgage industry, Erika Alves has built a reputation for turning financial challenges into opportunities. Specializing in creative financing solutions for self-employed buyers and real estate investors, she’s passionate about helping clients find the perfect path to homeownership and wealth-building, even when others say it can’t be done.

When she’s not structuring innovative loan strategies, she’s spending time with her two daughters, exploring new destinations, rooting for her team the Michigan Wolverines or enjoying another trip to Disney.

*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 World of Beer located at 5311 Avion Park Dr, Tampa, FL 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!

The Beginning Investors Group Online (BIGO) is meets ONLINE ONLY on the 3rd Monday of each month at 7PM on Zoom Webinar. This month, on  Monday, November 17th at 7PM our special topic will be How to Cash I & Get Rich During the Real Estate Market Reset!

Real Estate Investors, how did a select few investors know in 2007 that the real estate market was going to reset in 2008, followed by an opportunity to make millions? They studied TWO key statistics. Mortgage delinquencies and Foreclosure starts. Guess what those same two statistics are telling us today?!?

• Seriously delinquent mortgages, 90+ day delinquent, are up 4% year over year.
• Foreclosure start rate is up 61% year over year, the highest increase since January 2020.

TODAY we are seeing the same indicators of a coming reset as select few investors saw AND UNDERSTOOD in 2007. RSVP NOW and join us on Monday on the BIG Webinar where 35+ year investor and 20+ year educator, Andy Heller, will discuss how YOU can be one of the select investors to understand what these two statistics mean, and turn this into your own personal fortune in the near future.

If you have any problems registering for the webinar, please call or text Chrissy at 770-379-4501.

Neither Andy Heller nor his real estate partner Scott Frank, ever intended to become full time real estate investors. However, in their approximately 60 years of combined real estate investing, they have developed a long term real estate investing strategy that has allowed them to make loads of money while minimizing their time, effort and headaches.

On a part-time basis, while involved in successful non-real estate careers and putting their families first, Scott and Andy have bought, rented and hundreds of homes. Additionally, in many years, they have made more money in their 2-5 hour a week “side real estate investing job” than in their 40+ hour per week day job.

Over the years, Andy and Scott learned a lot. They eventually developed the “Buy Low, Rent Smart, Sell High” program, which is a grounded and realistic wealth generating method. You can use it to buy one home, or dozens. Andy and Scott are living proof that it can be done, and it does not take a lot of money or a lot of time… just the desire to make it happen.

In 2005, FORTUNE MAGAZINE recognized the “Buy Low, Rent Smart, Sell High” program among the top five real estate wealth building strategies. After the Fortune recognition, requests came in for Andy and Scott to speak and teach others what they have learned during their real estate investing career. Shortly thereafter Andy and Scott formed their educational company called “Regular Riches”. Andy and Scott selected the name “Regular Riches” to show that “regular guys” and “regular gals” just like them can achieve real estate riches.

Looking at where today’s real estate market is and is likely heading, we reached out specifically to Andy as he is the recognized national expert in REOs and Lease/Options. Both investment strategies look to be among the greatest opportunities for real estate investors in the coming years. Andy has helped countless people in their efforts to realize their dreams, and he is ready to share his knowledge to simply and easily put you on the road to financial freedom.

Watch BIG Webinar Replay Here

The Beginning Investors Group Online (BIGO) is meets ONLINE ONLY on the 3rd Monday of each month at 7PM on Zoom Webinar. This month, on  Monday, October 20th at 7PM, we recorded How to Invest in Real Estate Using Cryptocurrency! If you’ve ever wondered how to turn your crypto gains into real doors, deeds, and cash flow, this BIG Webinar is for you!

Watch BIG Webinar Replay on Cryptocurrency
with David Miller & Dylon Ross
Chrissy’s Special Crypto Link is…
Crypto.AtlantaREIA.com

We’re hosting David Miller, a real estate professional, consultant and successful crypto trader from California and Dylon Ross, a local crypto and real estate investor who’s been quietly using Bitcoin, ETH, and stablecoins to structure real property deals—legally, tax-smart, and fast. Join us Monday, where they will teach you how they’re doing it!

Don’t miss this rare chance to learn how to leverage both crypto and real estate in the same transaction. Be sure to Watch BIG Webinar Replay Here and learn and level up your real estate game with some new tips and tricks! If you have any questions, please call or text Chrissy at 770-379-4501. Chrissy’s Special Crypto Link is Crypto.AtlantaREIA.com .

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.

In Today’s Tampa REIA Update:

1. WED, November 12th: Tampa/Clearwater Meetup Group at Johnny’s Italian Restaurant in Clearwater with James Miera & Steve Jackson
2. THU, November 13th: Tampa REIA on “Mortgage Moves for Savvy Investors” with Erika Alves
3. THU, November 13th: Late Night Networking at World of Beer
4. TUES, November 18th: Onsite Renovation Group at 14912 Wedgewood Pl in Tampa
5. 24/7 Webinar Replay: The Beginning Investors Group Webinar with David Miller & Dylon Ross on “How to Invest in Real Estate Using Cryptocurrency!”
6. Every WED 7PM: Property Protege Group (PPG) Coaching Meets on Zoom Webinar
7. Our Facebook Groups for Posting & Finding Deals

Be sure to RSVP Now and Join Us for Triple Header at our next Tampa REIA Main Meeting & Vendor Tradeshow on Thursday, November 13th from 6PM-9PM at the Ramada Westshore, 1200 N Westshore Blvd, Tampa, FL. RSVP NOW! Our special guest speaker this month will be Erika Alves of Cross Country Mortgage.

Savvy investors know that in today’s market, financing is the key to scaling fast and staying competitive. Join us at Tampa REIA where mortgage strategist Erika Alves for From Assets to Advantage: Modern Mortgage Moves for Savvy Investors, an exclusive presentation designed to help you unlock powerful tools like DSCR loans, Land Trusts, and alternative financing programs tailored to real-world investor needs.

Discover how to leverage your existing assets, protect your privacy, and structure deals that maximize cash flow and long-term returns. Whether you’re growing your rental portfolio, flipping properties, or managing short-term rentals, you’ll walk away with proven strategies to access capital creatively, close faster, and outsmart the competition in any market.

Here are a few things Erika wants to share during her time with you…

Introduction: Setting the Stage

• What today’s investor market looks like (competitive, low inventory, rising rents).
• Why financing strategy matters as much as the property itself.
• Traditional lending vs. alternative lending — the key mindset shift.
• What to know about being in a buyer’s market and how to compete.

DSCR Loans (Debt Service Coverage Ratio)

What they are:

• Approval based on the property’s income, not the borrower’s personal income.
• Ideal for investors with multiple properties or complex tax returns.

Key advantages:

• No tax returns, no W2s, no paystubs.
• Qualify strictly using rental income or projected market rents.
• Fast closings, flexible loan structures (interest-only options available).
• Allows portfolio expansion without impacting personal DTI.

Ideal use cases:

• Short-term rentals (Airbnb/VRBO)
• Long-term rental portfolios
• Rapid acquisition and scale model

Land Trusts

What they are:

• A legal ownership structure that holds title to real estate.

Why investors use them:

• Increased privacy and anonymity of ownership.
• Potentially simplifies assignment of property ownership.
• Can support estate and asset planning strategies (consult a legal professional).
• May enhance anonymity for investors with multiple holdings

Clarifications (important for mortgage messaging):

• Not for hiding assets or avoiding liability.

Alternative Financing Programs

Examples to highlight:

• Bank statement loans (for self-employed borrowers)
• Asset qualifier / asset depletion loans
• Fix & Flip / Renovation financing
• Bridge loans & cross-collateralization options

Investor advantages:

• Leverage assets instead of income.
• Maintain liquidity while acquiring more doors.
• Reduced documentation and faster underwriting.

If you’re serious about growing your portfolio, this is the presentation you can’t afford to skip.

Learn how to leverage DSCR loans, Land Trusts, and creative financing to unlock equity, boost cash flow, and build long-term wealth, even in a tough market.

Your next great deal starts with the right financing strategy — don’t miss it. RSVP NOW and join us at Tampa REIA!

With over 22 years in the mortgage industry, Erika Alves has built a reputation for turning financial challenges into opportunities. Specializing in creative financing solutions for self-employed buyers and real estate investors, she’s passionate about helping clients find the perfect path to homeownership and wealth-building, even when others say it can’t be done.

When she’s not structuring innovative loan strategies, she’s spending time with her two daughters, exploring new destinations, rooting for her team the Michigan Wolverines or enjoying another trip to Disney.

*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 World of Beer located at 5311 Avion Park Dr, Tampa, FL 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!

Wednesday, November 12th @ 11:30AM (Live in Clearwater): The Tampa Clearwater Real Estate Group, hosted by James Miera, meets at Johnny’s Italian Restaurant, 2907 FL-590, Clearwater, FL 33759 on the 2nd Wednesday of each month. Come join us LIVE & In-Person for food, drinks, networking, education and fun!

Steve Jackson and James Miera will be speaking on the very important real world topic of real estate market cycles, where we are at today and tapping into opportunities in the Tampa Bay Market to make transactions happen!

Join this great group of like-minded individuals involved in various categories of real estate!

Watch BIG Webinar Replay Here

The Beginning Investors Group Online (BIGO) is meets ONLINE ONLY on the 3rd Monday of each month at 7PM on Zoom Webinar. This month, on  Monday, October 20th at 7PM our special topic will be How to Invest in Real Estate Using Cryptocurrency! If you’ve ever wondered how to turn your crypto gains into real doors, deeds, and cash flow, this BIG Webinar is for you!

Watch BIG Webinar Replay on Cryptocurrency
with David Miller & Dylon Ross
Chrissy’s Special Crypto Link is…
Crypto.AtlantaREIA.com

We’re hosting David Miller, a real estate professional, consultant and successful crypto trader from California and Dylon Ross, a local crypto and real estate investor who’s been quietly using Bitcoin, ETH, and stablecoins to structure real property deals—legally, tax-smart, and fast. Join us Monday, where they will teach you how they’re doing it!

Don’t miss this rare chance to learn how to leverage both crypto and real estate in the same transaction. Be sure to Watch BIG Webinar Replay Here and learn and level up your real estate game with some new tips and tricks! If you have any questions, please call or text Chrissy at 770-379-4501. Chrissy’s Special Crypto Link is Crypto.AtlantaREIA.com .

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.

In Today’s Tampa REIA Update:

1. TODAY, TUESDAY, October 21st: Onsite Renovation Group in Largo, FL
2. 24/7 Webinar Replay: The Beginning Investors Group Webinar with David Miller & Dylon Ross on “How to Invest in Real Estate Using Cryptocurrency!”
3. SAT, October 25th: “Master the Art of Seller Negotiations” LIVE Online Workshop with Don DeRosa
4. Every WED 7PM: Property Protege Group (PPG) Coaching Meets on Zoom Webinar
5. Our Facebook Groups for Posting & Finding Deals

Watch BIG Webinar Replay Here

The Beginning Investors Group Online (BIGO) is meets ONLINE ONLY on the 3rd Monday of each month at 7PM on Zoom Webinar. This month, on  Monday, October 20th at 7PM our special topic will be How to Invest in Real Estate Using Cryptocurrency! If you’ve ever wondered how to turn your crypto gains into real doors, deeds, and cash flow, this BIG Webinar is for you!

Watch BIG Webinar Replay on Cryptocurrency
with David Miller & Dylon Ross

We’re hosting David Miller, a real estate professional, consultant and successful crypto trader from California and Dylon Ross, a local crypto and real estate investor who’s been quietly using Bitcoin, ETH, and stablecoins to structure real property deals—legally, tax-smart, and fast. Join us Monday, where they will teach you how they’re doing it!

Don’t miss this rare chance to learn how to leverage both crypto and real estate in the same transaction. Be sure to Watch BIG Webinar Replay Here and learn and level up your real estate game with some new tips and tricks! If you have any questions, please call or text Chrissy at 770-379-4501.

Are you tired of losing deals you know you should have won? Have you ever walked away thinking, “I could have gotten a better deal”?

You’re not alone — most negotiations fail.

Not because the deal wasn’t good, but because small, avoidable mistakes killed it.

During this full-day seminar, I’ll show you the most common reasons negotiations break down — and how to avoid them. We’ll cover everything from preparation, trust-building, leverage, communication, and the one mistake almost everyone makes that costs them thousands.

Watch BIG Webinar Replay on Negotiations
with Don DeRosa

You’ll walk out knowing exactly how to control the process, keep the conversation moving, and turn more “no’s” into “yes.”

What You’ll Learn

• How to prepare so you walk in with confidence
• How to build trust and rapport quickly
• How to uncover what the other party really wants
• How to keep emotions from killing your deal
• How to create leverage even when you think you have none
• How to pick the right strategy and tactics for every situation
• And much more — including live role-play exercises so you practice these skills on the spot.

Bonus for Attendees

Everyone who registers gets a FREE PDF booklet with my top negotiating techniques — a take-home playbook you can use right away in your own deals.

Who This Is For?

• Real estate investors who want better terms and more accepted offers
• Business owners who negotiate with vendors, partners, or clients
• Anyone ready to stop leaving money on the table

Event Details

Date: Saturday, October 25th
Time: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Location: Live on Zoom Webinar. Register Now!

This is not a lecture — it’s a hands-on, interactive event where you’ll learn and practice the skills that put money back in your pocket.

Reserve Your Seat Now!

Seats are limited and this event will sell out. Click below to secure your spot and get the skills you need to negotiate like a pro.

Don DeRosa is a real estate investor, author, teacher, coach and national speaker. Don has trained thousands of new and experienced investors to build wealth in real estate using the same techniques that helped him build his fortune, particularly buying with owner financing, using private money, creatively structuring deals and selling quickly in any market.

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.

In Today’s Tampa REIA Update:

1. MONDAY, October 20th at 7PM is the Beginning Investors Group Webinar with David Miller & Dylon Ross on “How to Invest in Real Estate Using Cryptocurrency!”
2. TUESDAY, October 21st: Onsite Renovation Group in Largo, FL
3. SAT, October 25th: “Master the Art of Seller Negotiations” LIVE Online Workshop with Don DeRosa
4. Every WED 7PM: Property Protege Group (PPG) Coaching Meets on Zoom Webinar
5. Our Facebook Groups for Posting & Finding Deals

The Beginning Investors Group Online (BIGO) is meets ONLINE ONLY on the 3rd Monday of each month at 7PM on Zoom Webinar. This month, on  Monday, October 20th at 7PM our special topic will be How to Invest in Real Estate Using Cryptocurrency! If you’ve ever wondered how to turn your crypto gains into real doors, deeds, and cash flow, this BIG Webinar is for you!

We’re hosting David Miller, a real estate professional, consultant and successful crypto trader from California and Dylon Ross, a local crypto and real estate investor who’s been quietly using Bitcoin, ETH, and stablecoins to structure real property deals—legally, tax-smart, and fast. Join us Monday, where they will teach you how they’re doing it!

Don’t miss this rare chance to learn how to leverage both crypto and real estate in the same transaction. Be sure to RSVP NOW and learn and level up your real estate game with some new tips and tricks! If you have any questions, please call or text Chrissy at 770-379-4501.

Are you tired of losing deals you know you should have won? Have you ever walked away thinking, “I could have gotten a better deal”?

You’re not alone — most negotiations fail.

Not because the deal wasn’t good, but because small, avoidable mistakes killed it.

During this full-day seminar, I’ll show you the most common reasons negotiations break down — and how to avoid them. We’ll cover everything from preparation, trust-building, leverage, communication, and the one mistake almost everyone makes that costs them thousands.

Watch BIG Webinar Replay on Negotiations
with Don DeRosa

You’ll walk out knowing exactly how to control the process, keep the conversation moving, and turn more “no’s” into “yes.”

What You’ll Learn

• How to prepare so you walk in with confidence
• How to build trust and rapport quickly
• How to uncover what the other party really wants
• How to keep emotions from killing your deal
• How to create leverage even when you think you have none
• How to pick the right strategy and tactics for every situation
• And much more — including live role-play exercises so you practice these skills on the spot.

Bonus for Attendees

Everyone who registers gets a FREE PDF booklet with my top negotiating techniques — a take-home playbook you can use right away in your own deals.

Who This Is For?

• Real estate investors who want better terms and more accepted offers
• Business owners who negotiate with vendors, partners, or clients
• Anyone ready to stop leaving money on the table

Event Details

Date: Saturday, October 25th
Time: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Location: Live on Zoom Webinar. Register Now!

This is not a lecture — it’s a hands-on, interactive event where you’ll learn and practice the skills that put money back in your pocket.

Reserve Your Seat Now!

Seats are limited and this event will sell out. Click below to secure your spot and get the skills you need to negotiate like a pro.

Don DeRosa is a real estate investor, author, teacher, coach and national speaker. Don has trained thousands of new and experienced investors to build wealth in real estate using the same techniques that helped him build his fortune, particularly buying with owner financing, using private money, creatively structuring deals and selling quickly in any market.

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.

In Today’s Tampa REIA Update:

1. WED, October 8th: Tampa/Clearwater Meetup Group at Johnny’s Italian Restaurant in Clearwater
2. THU, October 9th: Tampa REIA with 3 Presentations from James Miera, Denise Brown & Hayden Wrobel
3. THU, October 9th: Late Night Networking at World of Beer
4. TUES, October 21st: Onsite Renovation Group in Largo, FL
5. SAT, October 25th: “Master the Art of Seller Negotiations” LIVE Online Workshop with Don DeRosa
6. Every WED 7PM: Property Protege Group (PPG) Coaching Meets on Zoom Webinar
7. Our Facebook Groups for Posting & Finding Deals

Be sure to RSVP Now and Join Us for Triple Header at our next Tampa REIA Main Meeting & Vendor Tradeshow on Thursday, October 9th from 6PM-9PM at the Ramada Westshore, 1200 N Westshore Blvd, Tampa, FL. RSVP NOW!

This month, we will have 3 speakers…

James Miera	Denise Brown	Hayden Wrobel

James Miera, who is a local real estate investor and rehabber, wants to talk to you about how to tap into massive real estate investing opportunities in the Tampa Bay area. James runs the Tampa/Clearwater Real Estate Meetup and the Onsite Renovation Group.

Denise Brown is a 14-year Tampa Bay real estate veteran known for blending business savvy with heart. She began her journey as an investor and home flipper, developing a sharp eye for value and design. Now one of the area’s most trusted agents, representing properties from South Tampa to the Beaches. At the meeting, Denise will be will be discussing what’s currently going on in the Tampa Bay real estate market.

Hayden Wrobel buys un-repaired sinkhole homes, foreclosure properties, probate houses, mold infested, fire damaged and so much more. As a hands-on investor his business model is buying what many others pass up (if it’s nasty he’ll buy it). Hayden is going to talk to you about his unique real estate investing niche and the difference between investing and rehabbing.

Both James and Hayden, will be talking about what’s going in their investing business, what kind of deals they are doing, how they’e changed their business for the current economy and market, and more!

RSVP NOW! – Don’t miss this chance to learn from the 3 local area pros, ask your questions, and network with like-minded investors and other industry professionals! See you there!

*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 World of Beer located at 5311 Avion Park Dr, Tampa, FL 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!

Wednesday, October 8th @ 11:30AM (Live in Clearwater): The Tampa Clearwater Real Estate Group, hosted by James Miera, meets at Johnny’s Italian Restaurant, 2907 FL-590, Clearwater, FL 33759 on the 2nd Wednesday of each month. Come join us LIVE & In-Person for food, drinks, networking, education and fun!

James says, this month… “Greg Martin, IBroker for Think Safe Insurance, will be our guest speaker on navigating the our home and rental property insurance needs and various tricks of the trade in our our ever changing and challenging insurance world!”

Are you tired of losing deals you know you should have won? Have you ever walked away thinking, “I could have gotten a better deal”?

You’re not alone — most negotiations fail.

Not because the deal wasn’t good, but because small, avoidable mistakes killed it.

During this full-day seminar, I’ll show you the most common reasons negotiations break down — and how to avoid them. We’ll cover everything from preparation, trust-building, leverage, communication, and the one mistake almost everyone makes that costs them thousands.

Watch BIG Webinar Replay on Negotiations
with Don DeRosa

You’ll walk out knowing exactly how to control the process, keep the conversation moving, and turn more “no’s” into “yes.”

What You’ll Learn

• How to prepare so you walk in with confidence
• How to build trust and rapport quickly
• How to uncover what the other party really wants
• How to keep emotions from killing your deal
• How to create leverage even when you think you have none
• How to pick the right strategy and tactics for every situation
• And much more — including live role-play exercises so you practice these skills on the spot.

Bonus for Attendees

Everyone who registers gets a FREE PDF booklet with my top negotiating techniques — a take-home playbook you can use right away in your own deals.

Who This Is For?

• Real estate investors who want better terms and more accepted offers
• Business owners who negotiate with vendors, partners, or clients
• Anyone ready to stop leaving money on the table

Event Details

Date: Saturday, October 25th
Time: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Location: Live on Zoom Webinar. Register Now!

This is not a lecture — it’s a hands-on, interactive event where you’ll learn and practice the skills that put money back in your pocket.

Reserve Your Seat Now!

Seats are limited and this event will sell out. Click below to secure your spot and get the skills you need to negotiate like a pro.

Don DeRosa is a real estate investor, author, teacher, coach and national speaker. Don has trained thousands of new and experienced investors to build wealth in real estate using the same techniques that helped him build his fortune, particularly buying with owner financing, using private money, creatively structuring deals and selling quickly in any market.

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.

In Today’s Tampa REIA Update:

1. THU, September 11th: Tampa REIA with Ben Smith
2. THU, September 11th: Late Night Networking at World of Beer
3. TUES, September 16th: Onsite Renovation Group
4. Every WED 7PM: Property Protege Group (PPG) Coaching Meets on Zoom Webinar
5. Our Facebook Groups for Posting & Finding Deals

Be sure to RSVP Now and Join Us for our Exclusive Session with Ben Smith at our next Tampa REIA Main Meeting & Vendor Tradeshow on Thursday, September 11th from 6PM-9PM at the Ramada Westshore, 1200 N Westshore Blvd, Tampa, FL. REGISTER NOW!

Please join us at Tampa REIA in welcoming our very own, Retired Army Veteran, Ben Smith, as he shares the development steps, financing intricacies, and team he built that took him from his first residential deal to now building a 57-unit commercial apartment project without “perfect” timing or endless capital.

Ben will discuss…

• How he picked his first entry strategy and what he’d do differently now
• The deal flow pipeline he built such as agents, wholesalers, direct-to-seller
• Underwriting the jump from small residential to commercial/apartments
• The capital stack: bank debt, private money, gap funding, and when to syndicate
• Team & vendors: GC, PM, attorney, lender, architect/engineer—who does what
• Timeline & budget lessons: surprises, change orders, and contingency planning
• Asset management: leasing up, expenses, management, and exit thinking from day one
• Biggest mistakes & near-misses—and how you can avoid them

Who should attend: Investors, agents, lenders, contractors, property managers, and anyone ready to scale from single-family to cash-flowing commercial multifamily properties. Register NOW!

*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 World of Beer located at 5311 Avion Park Dr, Tampa, FL 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!

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.

In Today’s Tampa REIA Update:

1. WED: Tampa/Clearwater Meetup Group at Johnny’s Italian Restaurant in Clearwater (Make Note of New Location!)
2. THU, August 14th: Tampa REIA with Bill Twyford
3. THU, August 14th: Late Night Networking at World of Beer
4. SAT & SUN, August 16th & 17th: 7 Steps to 7 Figure Income Summit with The Twyfords
5. TUE, August 19th at 1PM: Onsite Renovation Group with James Miera in Largo, FL
6. Every WED 7PM: Property Protege Group (PPG) Coaching Meets on Zoom Webinar
7. Our Facebook Groups for Posting & Finding Deals

Wednesday, August 13th @ 11:30AM (Live in Clearwater): The Tampa Clearwater Real Estate Group, hosted by James Miera, meets at Johnny’s Italian Restaurant, 2907 FL-590, Clearwater, FL 33759 on the 2nd Wednesday of each month. Come join us LIVE & In-Person for food, drinks, networking, education and fun!

Be sure to RSVP Now and Join Us for an Exclusive Session with Bill Twyford at our next  Tampa REIA Main Meeting & Vendor Tradeshow on Thursday, August 14 from 6PM-9PM at the Ramada Westshore, 1200 N Westshore Blvd, Tampa, FL. REGISTER NOW!

Get ready for a no-fluff, high-impact training from one of the most dynamic voices in real estate investing — Bill Twyford, the Real Estate Rock Star! With over 1,000 deals under his belt and three decades of experience, Bill will reveal the exact seven steps he and his wife Dwan have used to build a seven-figure real estate business—and how you can duplicate it.

You’ll learn:

• How to buy properties and buildings with little to no money down
• The “secret sauce” to generating consistent monthly cash flow
• Direct-to-seller techniques that bring motivated sellers to you
• Real-world exit strategies you can use in today’s shifting market
• How to scale up without losing momentum

If you’ve ever thought, “How do I actually make a million dollars in real estate?” — this is your blueprint. Whether you’re brand new or looking to level up, Bill’s presentation will change the way you do business. Register NOW!

*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 World of Beer located at 5311 Avion Park Dr, Tampa, FL 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!

Sat & Sun, August 16 & 17, 9AM-5PM Live in St Pete Beach, FL

Seven Steps to Seven Figure Income Summit

2 Day Real Estate Investor Summit
With Bill & Dwan Twyford

Bill & Dwan Will Show You How to Run An Ethical, Fair & Profitable Real Estate Investing Business That Will Make You a Multi-Millionaire Too!

Sat & Sun, August 16 & 17, 9AM-5PM

Liliths High Tide Cafe
7525 Blind Pass Rd,
St Pete Beach, FL 33706

Register for 2 Day Summit

Tampa REIA is hosting the 2 Day “Seven Steps to Seven Figure Income Summit” on Saturday & Sunday, August 16 & 17 from 9AM-5PM at Liliths High Tide, 7525 Blind Pass Rd, St Pete Beach, FL 33706 with Bill & Dwan Twyford. At the Summit they will show you how to run an ethical, fair, and PROFITABLE real estate investing business that WILL make you a multimillionaire, too!

Register today for the Two-Day “Seven Steps to Seven Figure Summit” being taught by Bill and Dwan Twyford – the Nation’s leading foreclosure and real estate experts. In fact, Bill and Dwan are the Nation’s leading real estate experts in Short Sales, Foreclosures, Flipping and Negotiating!

They have personally bought and sold over 2,500 properties, bought millions of dollars in commercial property, coached 1,000’s of students through successful real estate deals, and have been making millionaires all over North America for over twenty five years. They come from a place of ethics, hold themselves to the highest standards, and they make millionaires! They are the real deal!

They have written 4 best selling books! Most recently, Bill co-wrote a book with Dan Kennedy and Dwan co-wrote a book with Steve Forbes. Why did these two mega-stars choose Bill and Dwan to co-write a book with – BECAUSE THEY ARE THE BEST IN THEIR FIELD!

Their son Will Twyford, also teaches these classes with them. He has done over 300 apprentice trainings with students. He takes them out into the field and shows them how to professinally approach a homeowner in distress. Will owns many cash-flow rentals in the midwest. He has been working with his parents since he was 11 years old. This makes him too an expert in the field of real estate Investing. Come see him on the weekend workshop as well.

Bill, Will & Dwan will be teaching Exit Strategies, High Equity Partnering for HUGE PROFITS, Contracts, Direct to Seller Techniques, NLP and Scripts! Here is a small sample of some of the topics that will be taught at this two-day summit:

• Why the Market is Ripe for Direct-to-Seller Techniques.
• Are you stuck on first base or are you rounding the bases?
• Direct-to-Seller Creative Financing Strategies.
• Learn about your Market Change?
• Application based NLP Training.
• Why there are no deals on the MLS?
• How Are you going to beat out CASH buyers?
• No-Equity Foreclosure Strategies.
• Rental Roads to Riches.
• Build a Seven Figured Creative Financing Income.
• How to Trigger a Homeowner to think “YES” I want to work with you.
• Exit Strategies that you have never thought of.
• Creating-Performing Notes.
• Millionaire Marketing Techniques.
• Building a $1,000,000 Per Year Business.
• Scripts for the homeowners.
• NO OUTSIDE SPEAKERS, ONLY THE TWYFORDS!

Also, Bill and Dwan are going to cover the Foreclosure Timeline in Florida and How to Structure and Exit your deals clean and fast. Also, how to find the deals everyone misses. You don’t want to miss this two-day workshop training with the Twyfords… RSVP Now! We will see you there!

*PLEASE NOTE: If you Join Tampa REIA or Renew Your Membership, you can attend this Workshop at NO CHARGE as a big THANK YOU for joining or renewing. If you have any problem joining, renewing or registering with this link, please call or text Chrissy at 770-379-4501 and she will help you out.

Tue, August 19th @ 1PM (Location TBA)

Onsite Renovation Group
with James Miera
Tuesday, August 19th at 1PM
10999 Del Prado Dr E, Largo, FL

Tuesday, August 19th at 1PM: The Onsite Renovation Group meets on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at a different job site with your host, James Miera.

Save the date, bring your questions, bring your business cards and come join Jim and the rest of the Tampa REIA Crew to network and get lots of great information and experience on how to fix and flip properties for fun and profit!

Every Wednesday at 7PM on Zoom Webinar

Property Protege Group (PPG)
Every Wednesday at 7PM

Guests Can Attend 1st Time at NO CHARGE!

Join Us on Zoom Webinar
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.

Our Facebook Groups for Posting & Finding Deals

Do You Need More Deals or Have Deals You Need to Sell Fast? We Want ‘Em!

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.

See Tampa REIA Events Calendar for More Events!