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CARLA NEE

THE POWER OF NETWORKING

IN REAL ESTATE INVESTING

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REALTOR®

NEW AGENT MENTOR, EXP REALTY

DIRECTOR, SOUTH SHORE REIA

Carla Nee

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COMMIT TO

FACE-TO-FACE EVENTS

    • Eventbrite
    • Meetup
    • Facebook
    • Trade Shows
    • Niche Communities
    • Word of Mouth
    • Ask Vendors

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MAXIMIZING NETWORKING

BE PREPARED

Research the event, attendees, and speakers beforehand to identify potential connections.

Bring business cards and

have an elevator pitch ready to introduce yourself.

Dress appropriately and arrive early to the event.

BEFORE

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MAXIMIZING NETWORKING

OLD SCHOOL STILL WORKS

NEW SCHOOL

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MAXIMIZING NETWORKING

LISTEN ACTIVELY

Engage in conversations by

Ask people about their interests, experiences, and backgrounds.

Listen actively and show genuine interest in what they have to say.

Avoid interrupting and be respectful of others' time.

DURING

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MAXIMIZING NETWORKING

BE YOURSELF

Be authentic and genuine in your interactions.

People are more likely to remember and be interested in you if you are yourself, rather than trying to be someone you're not.

DURING

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MAXIMIZING NETWORKING

BE PROFESSIONAL

Maintain a professional demeanor throughout the event

Avoid controversial topics or language that could be considered offensive.

DURING

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MAXIMIZING NETWORKING

DON'T FALL INTO

THE

TRAP

TAKE NOTES

HOW

DID YOU GET STARTED IN ...

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MAXIMIZING NETWORKING

FOLLOW UP

Reach out to the people you have met

Mention something specific you discussed with them

This can help you keep the conversation going and build a stronger relationship

AFTER

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WHY NETWORK WITH INVESTORS

Access to a pool of potential clients who are actively looking for investment opportunities AND referrals

Stronger negotiating skills

by working with investors, realtors can learn how to structure deals that meet the needs of both parties and develop a reputation as skilled negotiators.

Additional sources of income

realtors who specialize in serving investors can earn fees and commissions for off-market deals and distressed properties

Enhanced market knowledge

Investors often have a deep understanding of market trends and dynamics, and by building relationships with them, realtors can gain access to this valuable knowledge.

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WHY WORK WITH REALTORS

    • Connections to other professionals
    • Assistance with financing
    • Marketing and Selling Assistance
    • Local Market Expertise
    • Property Management
    • Assistance with buying process
    • Negotiations
    • Property Analysis
    • Off-Market Properties

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WHO ATTENDS THESE EVENTS?

NURTURE THESE RELATIONSHIPS

    • Investors, (Buyers & Sellers)
    • Wholesalers
    • Attorneys
    • Lenders
    • Wealth Advisors
    • Business Coaches
    • Contractors
    • Building Materials
    • Property Managers
    • Etc.

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Who will be at Real Estate Investor Networking events?

WE ARE THE AVERAGE OF THE FIVE PEOPLE WE SPEND THE MOST TIME WITH.

-Jim Rohn

If you only attend Realtor events.. your only meeting other Realtors

BE A RESOURCE

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THE GOAL

SO KEEP GOING BACK.

YOU WANT TO IMPRINT YOURSELF ON THOSE PEOPLE,

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RECOMMENDED READING

How to Win Friends & Influence People

Endless Referrals

Bob Burg

THE POWER OF NETWORKING WITH REAL ESTATE INVESTING

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