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Past Events

Suncoast REIA August 2010 General Meeting
Tuesday, August 3, 2010

Find It, Fund It, Profit…Fast

Tools and Techniques to Find Great Deals,

Use Private Funds and Pocket Cash FAST

Presented by Don DeRosa

Real Estate Investor, Teacher, Coach, National Speaker and Author

Don is president of Georgia Real Estate Investors Association, one of the longest running REIAs in the country. He 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 Subject to, Short Selling, and Using Private Money.

Don was honored to be singled out among the top 21 real estate investors in the U.S. and Canada featured in the New York Times best-selling book The Millionaire Real Estate Investor.

He has bought and sold well over 200 properties in the last few years. This has given him the expertise and experience to train students on everything from finding owner finance purchase opportunities, to finding and negotiating successfully with sellers, analyzing deals, creating equity through short selling, finding private money to fund deals, quickly selling properties and collecting tens of thousands in profits on each deal!

Don personally shares all of his inside secrets for generating both current cash flow and long term wealth through his step-by-step real estate investing systems, including:

• Building Wealth with Real Estate – The Ultimate Step by Step System For Creating a Top Real Estate Investment Business in Less Than 33 Days

• Sell Your House FAST for Maximum Profit – The Ultimate Step by Step Guide to Selling Your House Quickly in Any Market

• Expert Negotiating – Tools, Tactics and Strategies to Create Winning Deals

Don’s students learn practical approaches to run “real” real estate investing businesses. He truly enjoys teaching and helping his students become financially independent, successful real estate entrepreneurs.

Be sure to attend the Suncoast REIA August General Meeting on Tuesday, August 3, 2010, meet Don DeRosa and learn from one of the sharpest minds in real estate investing. Bring your questions and be ready to hear relevant answers from a well respected expert. 

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SREIA July 2010 General Meeting - Tuesday, July 6

Effects of Foreclosure in Your Community"

Presented by:  Jim Blinck, Code Enforcement Operations Manager

Jim Blinck is a Tampa native, and married for 29 years with two daughters, both graduates of the Gator Nation. He has been employed with Hillsborough County for 25 years, all with the Code Enforcement Department.

Jim rose through the ranks from Field Investigator  to his current position of Code Enforcement Operations Manager . Jim oversees all the workings of various offices to ensure compliance with the Land Development Code and the Housing Ordinance.

His department is responsible for preserving the quality and value of public and private property and maintaining a high standard of living by eliminating conditions that threaten the life, health, safety, and general welfare of the public.

Citizens and investors alike have many questions about code issues regarding their property, regarding their tenants, regarding their rights.  What happens when you purchase a house with existing code violations?  What happens when a tenant is not paying you and their water has been turned off by the water department?  Are they allowed to stay without water?  What are their rights and how can code enforcement help work with the landlord?

Bring plenty of questions, this is a unique opportunity to get answers to your questions and clear up any concerns you may have regarding property codes.

 Networking starts 6:00 pm,  Main Event: 7:30 pm.

When & Where: 

Tuesday, July 6, 2010.  Networking:  6:00 pm,  Main Event:  7:30 pm

Double Tree Hotel, 4500 West Cypress St, Tampa

Free to SREIA members, Guests are welcome to attend - $20 guest fee

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Suncoast REIA First Steps Meeting

Thursday, July 15, 2010 

“What Adds Value To A House and Expedites the Sale ?" 

Presented by:  Wayne Brown of Wayne Brown & Associates

Wayne Brown has been a real estate appraiser for over 30 years in the Tampa Bay Area, appraising properties from single family residential lots to multi-use high rise buildings in Philadelphia.   

Wayne worked for three different banks and lending institutions as their Senior Review Appraiser.  Wayne also worked for HUD apartments buildings on a national basis.   Wayne Brown is actively involved in doing appraisals for REO foreclosures for banks and financial institutions. 

Prior to his appraisal career, Wayne Brown was a Federal Agent with the Department of Justice. Wayne Brown’s presentation will provide information on today’s market and what to add to help sell a property, what renovation projects will add value to a house and how square footage plays a part in the equation. 

Wayne will also share information about how a property’s landscaping will impact the value, sale price and turn around time for a property.  Wayne will offer advice on which comparative sales you might consider when determining the value of a property.   

Be sure to attend the July 2010 First Steps Meeting on Thursday, July 15, and hear Wayne Brown’s presentation.  Bring your questions, and be prepared to hear relevant information on this timely topic.

 When & Where:

Thursday, July 15, 2010.  Networking at 6:00 pm,  Wayne Brown’s presentation:  7:00 pm

Double Tree Hotel, 4500 West Cypress St, Tampa.

Free to Suncoast REIA members.  Guests are welcome to attend: $20 guest fee.

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Suncoast REIA General Meeting - Tuesday, June 1, 2010

How to Personally Control Your IRA Funds - "The Map To Your Goldmine"

Presented by Jack Shea, CES of Keys Capital, Inc.

Jack Shea, Certified 1031 Exchange Specliast, Florida Land Trust Expert, Author and investor will speak at the June General Meeting on Tuesday, June 1, 2010, on "How To Personally Control Your IRA Funds - The Map To Your Goldmine."

Jack Shea is a former Air Force pilot and officer with several aviation-related corporations who moved to Florida 30 years ago to work in real estate. Jack moved to Florida in 1978 and began investing in real estate. He is a licensed realtor and mortgage broker. He has done syndications and mobile home development. He has also bought and sold mortgages and notes on real and personal property.

He has concentrated on buying and selling options on real estate, and has been an investor in single family and mobile homes. Jack Shea operates a 1031 Tax exchange facilitator business with his wife, Merle, and his son Daniel.  Jack has taught classes to investors nationwide on lease-purchase contracts, note buying, Land Trusts, exchanges and IRA investing. Jack has developed several unique strategies in options, trusts, exchanges and IRA investing.

Jack Shea, along with Jack Miller and a few other investors, pioneered the technique of gaining personal control of IRA funds. This required working with several IRA custodians to develop the trust documents necessary to accomplish this. These documents needed to meet the requirements of the custodians and be compliant with the IRS regulations. As a result, every IRA owner is now able to move their funds from the custodian to their corner bank and have checkbook control of the funds.

Jack Shea's presentation will provide an overview of information to help members and guests learn about how they can be in charge of their own IRA and the benefits of taking this approach. There are many guidelines to be aware of, and getting correct, relevant information is key to making the best decision for your personal situation.

Be sure to attend the Suncoast REIA June General Meeting on Tuesday, June 1, 2010 and hear from one of the foremost experts on self controlled IRA investing.

When & Where

Tuesday, June 1, 2010. Networking starts 6:00 pm, Main Event: 7:30 pm
Double Tree Hotel, 4500 West Cypress St, Tampa

Free to Suncoast REIA members; Guests: $20

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Suncoast REIA First Steps To Real Estate Success

Getting to “YES”Presented by Vince Pizzitola

"A negotiation is an interactive communication process that may take place whenever we want something from someone else or another person wants something from us."

Vince Pizzitola's presentation on Thursday, June 17, 2010, will help SREIA members and guests take a new and refreshing look at the negotiation process. He'll offer proven techniques that are likely to produce positive results when used in high power negotiations.

Vince Pizzitola knows that it is optimal give sellers what they want and still be successful in buying the properties on your terms. Learn how to create a WIN-WIN- WIN situation that ensures everybody goes away with a smile. Join Vince Pizzitola, a long time real estate investor, and explore personalities to see how they affect the outcome of a negotiation.

At the First Steps to Real Estate Success Meeting, Vince Pizzitola will share the “MAGIC WORDS” he has used to secure several deals.Be sure to attend the Suncoast REIA First Steps Meeting on Thursday, June 17, 2010, and glean key information that will maximize your likelihood of success when negotiating your deals.

When & Where:

Thursday, June 17, 2010. Networking starts 6:00 pm, Main Event: 7:00 pm
Double Tree Hotel, 4500 West Cypress Street, Tampa

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Suncoast REIA May 2010 General Meeting - Tuesday, May 4, 2010

"Where To Get The Money To Do Real Estate Deals"Presented by Alan Cowgill

Ready to find out where to get the money ? Alan Cowgill, author, national speaker, private lending expert and full time real estate investor will share information with SREIA members and guests at the May 2010 General Meeting on how to get the money to do real estate deals even if you have no money, no experience, big debt and bad credit.

Alan Cowgill has bought and sold hundreds of investment properties using private lenders, not banks, to fund his real estate purchases. Alan looks for "win - win" situations where the seller, the lender and the eventual homeowner will all benefit. Alan Cowgill authored the books, "Walking With the Wise Investor," and "Walking With the Wise Entrepreneur."  

Alan Cowgill has been featured in newspaper articles about purchasing real estate through private lenders. He typically buys five to seven houses each month and has bought and sold hundreds of properties. Alan funds all of his deals exclusively using private lenders.

Be sure to attend the Suncoast REIA May General Meeting on Tuesday, May 4, 2010, and hear Alan Cowgill's presentation on how you can obtain a supply of money to do all the deals you can find !

When & Where:Tuesday, May 4, 2010
Double Tree Hotel, 4500 West Cypress St, Tampa
Networking starts 6:00 pm, Main Event: 7:30 pm
Free to Suncoast REIA members, 

Guests are welcome at all SREIA events - $20 guest fee

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Suncoast REIA Luncheon
Wednesday, May 12, 2010

"Crafting Your Real Estate Deal The Best Way From the Outset"

Presented by L.A. Jones, CPA of Dyess, Jones & Associates

Leslie Jones is an experienced CPA and SREIA Vendor with decades of experience working with real estate investors. She knows that setting up your real estate purchase or sale the correct way from the start will provide the best tax minimization and wealth protection to you.

There are some rules you need to know before setting out to buy or sell real estate, and if you have questions about the consequences of your choice of entities or how to best set up your real estate deal, this is your chance to learn vital, relevant information.

Be sure to attend the SREIA luncheon event on Wednesday, May 12, 2010, and hear Leslie Jones' presentation. This is a great opportunity to network with real estate investors and professionals, enjoy a relaxed, casual luncheon and learn information that will benefit you, whether you are an experienced investor or are just starting out in real estate investing.

When & Where:

Wednesday, May 12, 2010
Sam Seltzer's Steakhouse, 4744 Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa

Networking at 12:00 pm, Luncheon Seating starts 12:30 pm
Members: $10. Non-members: $30 - or join at the door and enjoy the member rate.

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Suncoast REIA First Steps To Real Estate Success Meeting
Thursday, May 20, 2010

"Finding The Motivated Seller"

Presented by Larry Karabin, New Investor Helper Consultants LLC

Larry Karabin of New Investor Helper Consultants LLC will speak to SREIA members and guests at the May First Steps Meeting on Thursday, May 20, 2010. Arrive early to network with SREIA members and guests; Larry's presentation will start promptly at 7:00 pm.

Larry Karabin will share information on finding motivated sellers and information on how to contract a property and wholesale it for quick profit.

Larry Karabin trains his students on a one-on-one basis and provides individual attention and hands on training. Larry is an active real estate investor with properties in Florida, Mississippi and Tennessee. Larry has been involved in nearly 200 assignments of contracts and 79 rehabs.

Larry knows that being active in real estate is essential to offering relevant guidance to his students. He is not someone who did real estate investing "once upon a time." Larry helps his students to change their lives with real estate investing and and he trains students in central and south Florida areas who want to focus on their real estate goals.

Be sure to attend the May 2010 First Steps Meeting on Thursday, May 20th, and hear Larry Karabin's presentation.   The meeting is free to SREIA members; guests are welcome at all SREIA events - $20 guest fee, or become a member at the door.
Call the SREIA office at (813) 287-1515 to join in advance - your name badge and new member package will be ready for you.

When & Where:

Thursday, May 20, 2010. Networking starts 6:00 pm, Main Event: 7:00 pm.
Double Tree Hotel, 4500 West Cypress St, Tampa.
Free to SREIA members; Guests: $20

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Suncoast REIA April 2010 General Meeting

Tuesday, April 6, 2010

REHAB LIKE A PRO, SAVE MONEY and LEARN TO

HIRE CONTRACTORS THE SMART WAY
Presented by Pete Youngs, Expert Contractor/Rehabber

Part of Pete Youngs' expertise is teaching people how to rehab properties for a fraction of the normal estimated cost. His knowledge and ability to get the highest quality results for the lowest possible price earned him prestigious renovation contracts such as the living quarters at the 1996 Atlanta Summer Games and Courtyard By Marriott Hotels, two different contracts within international communications giant MCI, Publix Distribution Center, and hundreds of single and multi-family homes nationwide.

Pete shares his contractor knowledge with investors and homeowners alike, teaching them how to put THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS in their own pocket by not spending it on inspections that you can preview yourself, or paying a contractor for what you can do.

Pete Youngs knows that buying discount properties insures a lower purchase price, and will teach you valuable contractor techniques to lower your fix up or maintenance costs by 50 percent or even 75 percent. You will add THOUSANDS to your net worth and equity position whether you own just one home or one hundred homes.

Pete teaches 101 valuable techniques, which range from minor cosmetics for the homeowner and new investor, to major rehabs for the seasoned investor.  Pete's REHAB 101 techniques will save you time and money!
 
Pete Young's is a successful investor, business owner, author, and lecturer dedicated to helping others become successful as investment and real estate entrepreneurs.  

When & Where

Tuesday, April 6, 2010
Double Tree Hotel, 4500 West Cypress Street, Tampa
Networking starts 6:00 pm, Main event: 7:30 pm
Free to Suncoast REIA members
Guests: $20 – or become a member at the door.

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Suncoast REIA April 2010 Luncheon

Wednesday, April 14, 2010

THE MAP TO YOUR GOLDMINE

  The Complete route to legally holding your IRA funds

Presented by, Jack Shea

Jack Shea will speak at the SREIA April Luncheon on Wednesday, April 14, 2010, 12:30 pm, on  IRA investing and the many details on which he is qualified to offer guidance.  Mr. Shea will advise luncheon attendees on:

Why do it ? - Tax Free Income !

Trust vs. LLC – Which is better ?

Custodians- Choose carefully

Get approval of your Trust before moving fund

Choosing a Trustee -  Factors to consider

How to get an EIN and Open a bank account

Transfer IRA funds to your account

Owning Real Estate in an IRA - Proceed cautiously

Convert to Roth in 2010, pay tax in 2012 & '13

Ten strategies that yield 25 percent to 200 percent each year

Jack Shea is a former Air Force pilot and officer with decades of real estate investing experience.  Jack is considered an expert on Florida Land Trusts and he is a certified 1031 tax free exchange facilitator.  Be sure to attend SREIA's relaxed, casual luncheon on Wednesday, April 14, 2010, meet Jack Shea and glean valuable information from his presentation.

When & Where

Wednesday, April 14, 2010,   12:30 pm

Sam Seltzer's Steakhouse

4744 Dale Mabry Hwy,Tampa

Members buy lunch for $10

Non-members:  $30 - or join at the door and enjoy the member rate.

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Suncoast REIA  April 2010  First Steps to Real Estate Success

Thursday, April 15, 2010

Double Tree Hotel, 4500 W. Cypress St, Tampa

WHY USE HARD MONEY ?

Presented by Chuck Collova of C & C Financial Services, Inc.

If you are buying for investment and not paying cash you have two choices for financing:

You either do a FULL DOCUMENTATION mortgage request with a minimum of 20%

down, which has all types of seasoning and credit score requirements that vary by

lender.

Did you know that lenders can do any part of Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac services ?

What if the property needs to be re-habbed?

What if this is the first rental you have ever bought? 

You have to start somewhere, right?

If you don’t qualify for the best rate loans, then the alternative is a hard money loan,

which is still cheaper than a partner !

What is a hard money loan?

What are hard money lenders looking for?

Are there typical terms for hard money loans?

What’s different now than during the boom times of just a few years ago?

The nuances of hard money lending will be presented by Chuck Collova at April's

First Steps Meeting on Thursday, April 15, 2010 at the Double Tree..

Chuck Collova started working for Franklin Credit in Cincinnati in 1966, as a 20 year old trainee collecting past due accounts, skip tracing and working for one of the few finance companies in the State that was making mortgage loans.

Chuck went to GE Credit Corp (now GE Capital) in 1969. After several promotions, he became national operations manager in Pittsburgh, PA, which was responsible for

home improvement loans and first and second mortgages.

Chuck left GE in 1979 and returned to Florida, working in the mortgage brokerage

industry as marketing and operations manager.  In 1981 he opened his own mortgage brokerage business in Tampa, C & C Financial Services, Inc.

Chuck bought his first home in 1967 and became a serious real estate investor in 1984. He's purchased numerous residential, several commercial, and one industrial property over the years. He also has a wholesaling company and works in both businesses with his oldest son Sonny. Chuck was one of the first original vendors of SREIA.

Be sure to attend the April 2010 First Steps Meeting, hear Chuck Collova's presentation, increase your real estate I.Q., and network with a proven demographic of qualified real estate investors and professionals.

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Suncoast REIA March 2010 General Meeting

A Landlord’s Guide To Section 8 Housing

Suncoast REIA General Meeting on Tuesday, March 2, will have representatives from the Tampa Housing Authority speaking to members and guests on the topic of Section 8 housing, as pertains to landlords.

There have been recent changes and updates to the program, and current Section 8 landlords as well as prospective Section 8 landlords are advised to attend this meeting and hear the particulars regarding this program.

Information provided will include the application process for landlords, eligibility requirements, dwelling guidelines and details regarding the inspection process. Many SREIA members utilize this program and have success with this renting method.

Be sure to attend the March 2010 General Meeting on Tuesday, March 2, and find out the intricacies regarding the Section 8 program and how landlords can participate in the program.

When & Where

Tuesday, March 2, 2010
Double Tree Hotel, 4500 West Cypress Street, Tampa
Networking starts 6:00 pm, Main event: 7:30 pm
Free to Suncoast REIA members !
Guests: $20 – or become a member at the door.

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Suncoast REIA  Investor's Luncheon, Wednesday, March 10, 2010

"Improve Your Credit Scores & Get The Best Rates"

Presented by Laurie Zoock of Credit Advocate Services, Inc.

Even though consumers use credit every day, most people remain uninformed on how to improve their credit and pay less in interest rates. 

Laurie Zoock will provide valuable information on how the credit reporting agencies operate and how consumers can improve their credit at the SREIA Investors Luncheon on Wednesday, March 10, 2010, at Sam Seltzer's Steakhouse, Tampa.  Laurie Zoock will provide insightful, useful information on:

The Secret Formulas that are used to calculate credit scores.

How consumers can check their credit reports for errors and request corrections.

Credit Cards v. Debit Cards:  The different protections that are provided for each.

Fraud and ID Theft protection.

And more information that consumers need to know !

Laurie Zoock of Credit Advocate Services, Inc., is a credit educator.  Laurie Zoock provides information that empowers people with the knowledge they need to solve their credit problems, stay out of debt and learn positive financial skills. 

Laurie offers practical strategies for managing credit and urges people to remember that getting "approved" does not mean you can afford it ! 

Be sure to attend the SREIA luncheon event and hear Laurie Zoock speak on how a consumer can be their own best advocate as relates to all things credit.

When & Where

Wednesday, March 10, 2010 at 12:30 pm

Sam Seltzer's Steakhouse

4744 Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa

SREIA Members:  $10

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Suncoast  REIA March 2010  First  Steps  Meeting

Thursday,  March  18, 2010

" Ten  Steps  to  Your  First  Quickturn  $$$  "

Presented  By  Keith Schwabinger of HouseEscape Inc.

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Suncoast REIA February Luncheon

Wednesday, February 10, 2010,  12:30 pm

Evaluating Rehabs: Pitfalls and Priorities

Presented by: Rob Earhart, SREIA Board Member

Investing through the ups and downs of real estate since the early 1970’s Rob has invested in, rehabbed, rented and sold many homes since that time.

Since 2004 his company has contracted with several Investment Companies, overseeing the rehabs of their purchases, constantly dealing with contractors, subcontractors, investors, buyers, and renters throughout the Tampa Bay Area.

As the Project Manager for one such company he oversaw the renovation of over 150 homes in a four year period. He often worked with 3-4 crews at a time coordinating minor to major rehabs, mostly in St. Petersburg. With weekly payrolls in the thousands, he interfaced with suppliers, contractors, and City Officials in creating habitable homes, often from empty shells. He has worked with General Contractors and Engineers in obtaining permits and generally supervised the construction work to complete the projects.

At our February 2010 luncheon on Wednesday, February 10, Rob will describe and show examples of minor and major renovations, how to determine what you’re getting into when purchasing, and will provide an Excel spreadsheet used to realistically determine your own numbers for repairs.

Knowing the repair costs enables you to make an offer quickly which benefits you, not the seller. In today’s market buying at the right price means you can make a good profit, not just break even, or even lose money.

Bring your questions and examples and let’s enjoy learning something new.

When & Where

Wednesday, February 10, 2010  at  12:30 pm

Sam Seltzer's Steakhouse

4744 Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa

Members:  $10

Non-members:  $30 - or join at the door and enjoy the member rate !

Attend the Suncoast REIA February luncheon and network with area investors and professionals at this relaxed, casual event !

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Suncoast REIA February Real Estate Basics Meeting

Thursday, February 18, 2010

How You Can Set S.M.A.R.T. Goals for 2010

Presented by Vince Pizzitola

A New Year, a new decade, and perhaps, new, un-met goals. Or, this year can be the year you successfully meet and exceed your goals, if you start by taking an inventory of your goal setting routines and examine the how’s and why’s of goal setting.

SMART stands for Specific, Measurable, Action-Oriented, Realistic and Timely. Experts say we spend more time planning our vacations than we do our goals. Is that true for you? If it is, then you have just identified one area that you will need to change.

Do you start out gung-ho on a certain goal and then become plagued by inertia ? Are your goals rigidly confined to lockstep methods ? Do you sabotage your goals by letting toxic, negative influences of others supersede and usurp your power ?

At the SREIA February Real Estate Basics Meeting on Thursday, February 18, 2010, Vince Pizzitola will offer advice on how members and guests can set realistic, positive goals for 2010 and follow-through on reaching those goals by using the SMART method.

The Real Estate Basics Meeting is free to Suncoast REIA members; Guests: $20 – or become a member at the door. Networking starts 6:00 pm, main event: 7:00 pm. Start investing in yourself - attend Suncoast REIA meetings and network with a proven demographic of qualified investors and professionals.

When & Where:

Thursday, February 18, 2010
Double Tree Hotel, 4500 West Cypress Street, Tampa

Networking starts 6:00 pm, main event: 7:00 pm

Free to SREIA members; guests: $20 – or join at the door.

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