Financially independent real-estate investors are starting with a simple but overlooked step before even looking at properties
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Many real estate investors suggest that attending networking meetups is a valuable first step for those looking to invest in real estate. Caleb Hommel and Chuck Sotelo, who had no prior experience or connections, started their journey by attending local meetups, eventually enrolling in a mentorship program. Similarly, Avery Heilbron faced similar challenges with credit and capital when he graduated college but leveraged meetups to gain market knowledge. These stories illustrate how accessible networking can lead to significant opportunities in real estate investing without initial financial resources.
Many financially independent real-estate investors recommend attending networking meetups as a crucial first step, as it requires no money and little experience.
Caleb Hommel and Chuck Sotelo, who started with zero experience or connections, transitioned from attending meetups to building a 28-unit portfolio.
Avery Heilbron emphasized the importance of networking events in understanding real estate markets before being financially ready to buy, despite initially lacking a credit score.
Through their local real-estate investing meetups, the teenagers found mentorship opportunities that significantly changed their investment trajectory.
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