Fix & Flip is back! Yes, acquiring property at a great price, adding value through rehab and selling at retail is back with a vengeance. Last month we took on property acquisition. We all know it has become more difficult to find deals at super low prices because of multiple bids, lower inventory and generally higher prices. These are the same reasons that are benefiting the Fix & Flip investing. We will take an in-depth look at Fix & Flip investing from both the numbers side with Tom Ruff providing excellent market data and the investment side with an expert panel. Add the Market Update and May will be another very informative and educational meeting. Don’t miss it!
Phoenix Workshop – Fix & Flip – By the Numbers with Tom Ruff
Tom Ruff publishes the highly respected Housing Opinion for the Greater Phoenix Market. Tom will focus his presentation on the Fix & Flip market providing you with insight that isn’t available anywhere else. Tom’s unique take on our market will provide you with accurate, useable information that will help you understhand what is happining in our market today with Fix & Flips.
Phoenix & Tucson Main Meeting – Fix & Flip Expert Panel
We will cover it all from the investor’s perspective. AZREIA members active in Fix & Flips in this market make up our expert panel. The panel discussion will cover property acquisition, repair cost, margins, what makes the deal work by price range, financing and other holding costs, appraisals, selling at retail and more. So you only own rentals and don’t do Fix & Flip? Maybe you should consider completing some Fix & Flips to pay down your holds faster and increase your cash flow. Don’t miss this excellent opportunityto really understand those aspects of our market and how to take full advantage!
Market Update with Alan Langston
The latest in trend analysis for the US, Arizona and Greater Phoenix including existing homes, new homes, foreclosures, REO, short sales and traditional sales. Also, a complete analysis of the economic condition of Greater Phoenix with trend analysis of employment data, bankruptcies and current events shaping the real estate investing market. This is must know information for the serious real estate investor.
Prescott Main Meeting – Fix & Flip with Jim Smith
Jim Smith is an active investor in the Phoenix area and Prescott markets, and has been involved in real estate since 1979. He has completed numerous fix and flip projects personally and for other real estate investors as well. Jim will discuss whether this is a good time for fix & flips, what are the risks and opportunities, as well as skills needed.
For general information about the Phoenix Meeting click here and Tucson here.
AZREIA Members now receive a 2% rebate on all purchases from The Home Depot! It is easy to register and there is no cost or annual fee. Details are available on the Member’s Area Home Page. Click here to see all AZREIA discounts!
AZREIA members receive an exclusive 20% discount on all property listings on Rentals.com. Visit the members area or join today to receive the discount code.
Personal Real Estate Investor Magazine Offers Special Pricing to AZREIA Members! Visit our Member’s Area for more information. Click here.
Announcing the American Rental Property Owners & Landlords Association – ARPOLA - Visit their website at ARPOLA.org. The purpose of ARPOLA is to provide its members unsurpassed service to increase profit by:
- Providing Non-Biased Education & Information
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- Reducing Liability & Exposure
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Education
Education is the cornerstone of your success investing in real estate. AZREIA education classes are designed to be practical, how-to instructional sessions. We offer a full slate of education classes and workshops every month. With 40+ classes and many workshops we are able to deliver to you the knowledge you need to begin or enhance your real estate investing. AZREIA has earned Awards of Excellence for Best Professional Education from National REIA in 2004 (Best REIA all categories) 2005, 2007, 2008 (Best REIA all categories) and 2009. Please click on the “Education” tab above for a complete description of each class and a current schedule.
Support
The AZREIA staff is available to support you 5+ days a week, but it doesn’t stop there. Our Business Associate Program provides you qualified referrals to over 80 businesses that support real estate investors. Over 100 discounts will save you money and increase the margins on your investments. The public access area of this website provides you with information, education calendar, property postings, forum and other activities. The Member’s Area of this website provides 24/7 access for business referrals, subgroups, articles, discounts, member directory with full privacy controls, and protected member account information. Please call or email us if we can be any assistance.
Networking
AZREIA is Ranked as the 6th Largest Networking Organization by the Phoenix Business Journal
AZREIA offers four very important types of networking:
- Market Discussions: In depth market information and analysis is provide at our meetings and on our website. Discussion is facilitated at AZREIA and Phoenix Real Estate Club meetings.
- Team Building: All successful real estate investors know how important their team is to their success. AZREIA has over 50 categories of Business Associates and vendors who offer services and products to real estate investors. Our Business Associates are member-referred and complete a qualification process prior to being invited to join. Take advantage of over 100 different discounts to save you money and increase your margins!
- Investor-to-Investor Networking: Find other members who complement your investment strategy or can help you with your needs. With almost 2000 members you will be able to find others to network with at our meetings or through our Member Directory.
- Property Marketing or Acquisition: Present property you own or control at our monthly meetings to hundreds of other investors. Post your properties on the AZREIA website. Have your properties email blasted out to 2000 other members. This is a proven way to sell or find investment property.
You can’t do it alone. Let us assist you in building your team and connecting with other real estate investors. Take full advantage of our structured networking session at our monthly meetings to connect with investors and AZREIA Business Associates who may help you to succeed. Additional membership benefits are available here. Visit the Member’s Area of this website or call our office for a referral.
