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See Location for Standard Meeting Locations. Please note that we have changed the Saturday meetings to the 2nd SATURDAY of each month. |
3rd Wednesday
Oct 21 |
Open |
Meeting is at 900 Des Moines St. |
2nd Saturday
Oct 10 |
Ken Tharp
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Topic to be announced but 1031 Tax-Deferred Exchanging is one of Ken's many areas of expertise. Meeting is at Jasper Winery. |
3rd Wednesday
Sept 16 |
Special Guest from afar? |
Nationally recognized speaker for a "Back to School, Back to Business" meeting. |
2nd Saturday
Sept 12 |
Open |
Meeting is at Jasper Winery - 2400 George Flagg Parkway. |
2nd Saturday
Aug 8 |
Open |
Meeting is at Jasper Winery - 2400 George Flagg Parkway. |
2nd Saturday
July 11 |
Open |
Meeting is at Jasper Winery - 2400 George Flagg Parkway. |
2nd Saturday
June 13 |
Open |
"Negotiations 201 - Using Advanced Negotiation Techniques to Create Win-Win Transactions". Presentation will be an intro to the topic by Andrew Lietzow, and if I'm lucky, a couple more veterans who would serve on a panel following a presentation. Let me know if you're interested!
Meeting is at Jasper Winery - 2400 George Flagg Parkway |
3rd Wednesday
May 20 |
Table Topics |
General networking, pizza and deal sharing until 7:00, then we'll break into "Table Topic" groups. Leaders of these different groups are noted.
Rehabbers and Flippers - Currently Open
Buy & Hold - Roberta McAfee,
Multi-Family - Michael Morgan,
Wholesalers - Alan Vandeberg,
Short-Sales - Currently Open
I expect we'll have a facilitator/moderator for each group who has experience in that area. This format is a work in progress, so be patient. :^) This is our last Wednesday night meeting until September. |
Saturday
May 9
(Note: This is the 2nd Saturday)
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First Annual TRREIA Conference - featuring Larry Goins and Pete Youngs |
Please visit the Conference Registration page for full details.
Our Conference will take place at the Holiday Inn, Airport Conference Center in Des Moines on May 9th, from 8:00 until 4:30 and includes an optional "Ugly Ducklings" bus tour. |
Wednesday
April 15 |
Cathy Nelson |
Owner and Real Estate Property Management Consultant - Red Maple Management. Title to be announced but I imagine Property Management issues will be the focus. |
Saturday
April 4 |
Robb Spearman, Broker with RE/MAX Real Estate Concepts |
Robb Spearman founded RE/MAX RE Concepts in 2003. He has several years of RE Brokerage experience working extensively with Bank-owned properties, both prior to and after foreclosure. RE Concepts has become a powerhouse in the Des Moines market, with all residential sales but has developed a particularly strong niche with REO's. A dedicated team of RE agents and very capable staff assists banks in their efforts to move properties off their books and into the hands of new owners.
Robb will present "Real World REO investing -- How Banks, Brokers and Investors Create Win-Win-Win Transactions in a TARP-Economy", or something to that effect.
Please note: Today we begin meeting at a new location for our Saturday morning meetings. Instead of feeling cramped, now we're (likely) going to feel like a small group in a very large space! Jasper Winery, at 2400 George Flagg Parkway will become our Saturday morning home base. Now is a good time to bring a guest! |
Wednesday
March 18 |
General Networking |
We won't have a formal presentation tonight. Instead, we'll have a brief general meeting to bring us up to speed on how to access the shared Contractor and Materials databases, then break into subgroups and focus on issues specific to different RE investing specializations. I expect we'll have groups for rehabbers, short sales, multi-family, and buy & hold. If you have deals to offer, bring flyers or hand-outs. If you want deals, you might find something here tonight! |
Saturday
March 7 |
Matthew Smith (& possibly Paul Gengler) of S & G Investments
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Matt and Paul have been very active rehabber's in the City of Des Moines for several years. They typically rehab several dozen houses each year and take on projects both "cosmetic only" and "Gut to the studs and start all over". I've personally been trying to recruit Matt to do a presentation for months and months - no years! -- and now that he's consented this is a time you'll want to bring a notebook! Look here for more info -- then join us! ! |
Wednesday
Feb 18, 2009 |
Jim Edwards, Accountant, The 1040 Company - Traer, IA |
Jim Edwards is going to knock our socks off with a presentation on Real Estate Investment accounting and why you need to build a SOLID foundation for tracking on what happened, why it happened, how much it costs, and whether you are maintaining profitability in your operation; all with the aid of Quickbooks and a possible add-in that he has designed to allow Quickbooks to work for buy and hold investors.
Jim has over 30 years of a varied background, primarily focused around accounting and business building. I think you can count on lots of Q & A time and benefits that will more than offset your investment of time from attending tonight! |
Saturday
Feb 7, 2009 |
"Real World Rehabbing" - Lynda Clayton
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Lynda Clayton is going to lead the meeting today. She'll be orchestrating this meeting any way she likes, as Andrew is out of town for the National REIA convention -- whoo hoo!
The inside scoop from Lynda is she may just invite folks to see her rehab project in Desoto. And, be sure to ask about our latest collaboration effort using Google Docs, for our active members.
If you're into rehabbing, you won't want to miss this meeting. I have a feeling there will be a lot more networking after the general meeting, maybe even a chance to promote YOUR deals! |
Wednesday
Jan 21, 2009! |
"Rehabbing - Sweat the Details!" - Andrew Lietzow |
We're going to focus on "Plan" tonight, in a continuation of "Visualize, Plan, Execute!". We'll start off by reviewing the Rehab Detailed Cost Input Screen" of the Flipper's Cash Flow Analyzer, then segue into adding know costs into the template, then morph into adding contractors into the Resource database of OpenProj, a freely downloadable software tool.
I'll be asking members and guests to help us quickly build a contractors database, and we'll make this available to members, in either spreadsheet or OpenProj(ect) format.
It's an ambitious goal, but Rehabber's have to "Sweat the Details!" |
Saturday
Jan 3, 2009!
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Visualize, Plan, Execute! - Andrew Lietzow |
We're going to kick off 2009, for the Two Rivers REIA group, with a presentation by your founder, coupled with lots of interaction from the group. I'll flesh out more details soon, but I want those attending to bring their best goal planning resources to the meeting and I'll kick off the meeting with a presentation, followed up with your interactive input. I want to flesh out some goals for the group, as well as help others visualize, plan, and then --- execute for 2009! |
Wednesday
Dec 17th |
MOLD!!! (Part 2)
Sean O'Brien, Attorney |
Sean is an attorney who has considerable expertise in the area of mold ligitation and liability issues. Sean O'Brien with Bradshaw, Fowler, Proctor & Fairgrave. |
Saturday
Dec 6th |
MOLD!!!
John Prohaska, CRMI |
Our presentation will be about that seemingly ubiquitous microbe invading showers, baths, basements, drywall, paint walls, carpets, even lumber. Many REO properties contain some form of mold, from minor to pervasive.
John is a property inspector has a specialized skill set in mold identification and will share information regarding techniques for remediation. John Prohaska owns J&P Inspection and is the "go-to guy" for many property inspectors when their clients have questions about mold. |
Wednesday
Nov 19th |
Swaim Appraisal Services |
Swaim Appraisal Services has been serving Central Iowa's real estate appraisal needs for over 30 years. Their presentation will be short but offer plenty of time for Q & A. Check out their website if you like, then plan to bring your questions!
We'll have pizza around 7:00PM, so you won't starve if you come straight to the meeting. We're back to 900 Des Moines St. |
Saturday
Nov 1 |
Specialist from David Lindahl's Organization |
(The event is over and feedback was very positive! Hip-hip!)
David Seymour, will be our presenter for two exciting investment seminars. An overview for what he will teach is posted here. The event is scheduled for the John & Mary Pappajohn Education Center, from 8:00AM - 1:00PM.
Here are two articles which David has offered, so you can get a feel for what will be covered.
Emerging Real Estate Markets and How To Use Them
The Most Profitable Investment In Real Estate
You can register for this exciting seminar here -- at our Registration Page! |
Wednesday
Oct 15 |
Toby Davis Leading a Round Table Discussion |
Informal meeting, starting with networking from 6:00-6:30, then a Q&A session lead by Toby Davis, mortgage loan consultant representing Eagle Nationwide Mortgage. Toby will share timely mortgage market info so we're better positioned to know what options are available for retail purchase financing (to end-users) as well as investor purchases.
We'll finish with one of the most open discussion times we've had in a long time, including a opportunity to discuss your latest deals, offerings, or what is of interest to our members in thes challenging times.
Scornovacca's Pizza -- We'll close down promptly at 7:30 to go watch the debate! |
Saturday
Oct 4 |
Dirk Dixon from Baker & Associates, LLP |
Dirk Dixon will be presenting "Tax Strategies for Real Estate Investors" -- a broad agenda of how accounting properly for real estate assets can help maximize ROI. |
Wednesday
Sept 17 |
Scott Mueller |
For our kick off of the winter season, of our 3rd Wednesday of the month meetings, we will be focusing on the nuts and bolts of RE Investing -- from a seasoned, full-time investor! Scott's presentation is titled, "How to accelerate your way out of the rat race". Click here to read Scott Mueller's Bio, then be sure to mark your calendar -- you'll want to make sure you make this meeting! We'll offer Pizza so don't worry about dinner -- just get here quick! |
| Saturday Sept 6 |
LaRayne Riccadonna from Polk County Assessor's office |
Everything you wanted to know about the Polk County Assessor's website. After LaRayne's presentation, some of our members may show others how they use the website as an aid in their RE investing efforts. The PC Assessor's website is considered one of the best in the nation, but if you don't know how to use it, that doesn't matter! |
Saturday
August 2 |
Rehabbers Field Workshop - Several teams of 3, or more, in each group. |
We're going to rewind and try again on a "Rehabber's Dream or Nightmare" contest -- but with a twist. We're going to attempt to put the whole thing together in 1-1.5 hours! We'll split into groups, with team leaders like last time, but this time we're going to write up the Scope of Work proposal and put numbers to it like we had to have the info ready by Monday morning at 9:00, to get the loan pre-approved and submit the Offer to Buy before noon, as though you would be competing against several other investors.
There will be some kind of prizes awarded that day, but I haven't figured out just what yet, or how to declare the winners. Send me ideas! |
Saturday
July 12 |
Field Trip - Habitat for Humanity "ReStore" |
We'll meet there (2341 2nd Ave) then Beth Gibbins, ReStore Outreach Coordinator, will give us the low down on how to save money and find building materials to solve problems! The selection has improved dramatically over the years. I think investors may be surprised by what the recycling-oriented ReStore has to offer. |
Saturday
June 7 |
Scott Lineberry & Guest Speaker - IRA funded RE Investing |
It's becoming more and more popular to hold real estate for investment in an IRA. This always requires administration from a third party. Learn more, today! |
Wednesday
May 21 |
Ron Brady - Contractor Licensing - Iowa Workforce Development &
a Summary of TRREIA mission - Andrew Lietzow |
This is our last Wednesday meeting before the summer break! Ron Brady from IA Workforce Development will present some info about registering as a contractor in the State of Iowa -- who needs to, who doesn't, etc. He says the presentation will last 20-25 minutes.
Afterwards, we'll close out our year with a presentation on what we've offered for RE education and networking in the last year -- everything from SOW on rehabbing to CAP Rate and DSCR Analysis, to how to find good, reasonably priced contractors -- all in 30 minutes or less. Then we'll turn the floor over to our members for an informal round table of discussion regarding our mission and setting some goals for next year. |
Saturday
May 3 |
John Borzellino - The Roman Group - from California |
Mr. Borzellino will offer his "Perspective Change" presentation. He will help us look at ways to think outside the box, including ways to double your income using Lease/Purchase Options.
John Borzellino has almost three decades of experience consulting one on one with clients in over 60 major cities in 20 states. He has written 5 books.
NOTE: Speaker had to cancel - family emergency. We'll make lemonade from lemons! |
Wednesday
April 16 |
Mike Wrenn - Renovator's Insurance Inc. |
Mike Wrenn, CEO & President - Wrenn Insurance Companies and Paul Struxness, Senior V.P. Renovator's Insurance will be here to provide the latest info on remodeler's Insurance. |
Saturday
April 5 |
Chad Molde - Summit Development & Construction |
Continuation of previous Saturday "Rehabbers Field Trip" with a presentation from Chad. I don't know for sure whether he'll want us to exchange (tax free, of course) our pens and paper for a nail gun, but a project he's working on will be analyzed from a Fixer/Rehabber's point of view. Maybe we should be taping you, Chad? Move over HGTV.com! |
Wednesday,
March 19 |
Ken Tharp - Iowa Equity Exchange |
Ken will be doing a presentation on "The 1031 Exchange", providing some insight on this magical tool that allows tax deferral -- for your entire life -- on buy & hold real estate investments. I'm twisting his arm to delve into reverse exchanges, with some detail. Bring your questions! |
Saturday,
March 1 |
Fixer/Flipper Field Trip |
Bring your thinking cap! We're going to Ankeny (after about 30 minutes of networking), on a "Rehabbers Field Trip". I'll distribute clip boards, paper, and a template for this "Fixer Project". Volunteer participants will develope a SOW statement -- and maybe we'll devise some kind of a contest. Don't miss this if you're interested in Flips, Fixers or Rehabs. |
| Wednesday, Feb 20 |
Free Form Networking |
Networking, expanding on contractors list, possibly a revisit of the Flipper's Cash Flow Analyzer |
Saturday,
Feb 2 |
Free Form Networking |
DIscussion of setting "SMART" goals and how the Reticular Activation System may sabotage our efforts to make necessary changes. |
Wednesday,
Jan 16 |
Scott Lineberry
Mortgage Loan Officer |
Scott will be providing details on a "Conventional Rehab Financing" loan package which Capital Mortgage is offering, including underwriting requirements for investor rehab loans. Seems to be well-suited for fixers and flips, so bring your questions!
NOTE: Location has been changed to our SATURDAY location! SEE BELOW. |
Saturday,
Jan 5, 2008! |
Kristine Corcoran Frye -
Attorney at Law |
Because of the ice storm on Dec 1, we've reinvited Kristine to speak on "The Importance of Having Your RE Team in Place" with a special emphasis on some complicated closing services which she offers. Kick off the new year right! |
