In 24 hours we are going to kick off the Feb. WREIA meeting.

But here is a warning:

This meeting may give you a sense of calm.

You may walk away from the meeting tomorrow night with a plan that you actually understand – because you are writing it based on your own situation.

You will be disappointed if you enjoy the endless loop of drama and bad news broadcast daily across nearly every news platform available today.

I think it’s important to step away from the daily dose of emotional drama broadcast to us all and just look at some simple cold hard facts.

For instance:

1. We have been through this part of the real estate cycle before – even as modern day investors.
2. If you know where we are headed – both locally and nationally – the next few years will be easy on your wallet, and well as your mind.
3. If you have ever been to the beach – you know there is a high tide and a low tide that occurs 2 times each day. The real estate business has the same reliable cycle.

Armed with just that information – where we are and where we are going – it allows me to sleep well at night.

But it wasn’t always that way for me.

In my early years, I felt like I had just made a discovery that no one else knew about.

For me – real estate was life changing almost from day one.

Early in my career, I didn’t understand that real estate prices sometimes run counter to the broader economy.

And because of that I fought the reality of the part of the cycle we were already well trenched.

For instance – I tried to grow my business when I should have been trimming the fat.

In my early years in business I messed up and got caught off guard. It cost me time and money to fix those mistakes.

Do you want to join me Monday night and see where we are right now and how you can protect your business going forward?

You need a plan to protect what you have already earned, as well as grow your business.

If you get caught off guard – it can be devastating to your bottom line.

I think the next couple years could be challenging for people without a plan.

I’m pulling out everything I’ve learned this year to help anyone who is confused by the current state of the real estate market.

The old saying rings true –
” The more things change, the more they stay the same. “

We just need to find the patterns, and make adjustments.

The topic for WREIA this month is:
“Understanding the Four Stages of the Real Estate Market”

Bring some questions Monday night.

We have a great group of investors who tune in to watch, interact and help other local DC area investors each month – even though we went virtual over 18 months ago.

Come join us!

My sole focus for the Feb. 2022 WREIA meeting is:
Helping you understand where we are in todays real estate market. And how to PROFIT from it.

Spend a few moments with us at our next WREIA meeting Monday night– it could save you a fortune down the road.

See you Monday!

Remember to grab a virtual reservation here and we will send you a reminder a few moments before we kick off the Feb. 2022 meeting Monday at 7PM.

Go ahead – grab a ticket. (And yes, there is still no charge to attend.)

I often have early morning meetings with people around the DC area. One meeting in particular, I could tell the “early morning” did not agree with my breakfast partner. “I had a terrible night of sleep. Too many things on my mind.” This person had been having trouble getting their business off the ground after a very successful first “flip.” We talked through a few of the issues – and sure enough – sleep was a massive problem. Early morning had never been a favorite time of day for this person. This person was trying to transition from being a part time Realtor to a full time Flipper. To make it work, all the extra responsibilities were being pushed into the early morning and the wheels were starting to come off the bus. Early morning was not where this person excelled – to put it mildly. All the coffee in the world was not going to make the day easier – that was plain to see that morning. All the activities this person was trying to do were very poorly timed. Not just because of where we were in the real estate cycle, but because the timing of those activities in the day were also terribly planned. Networking from 6-8AM? Whether it’s online or in person – I would not recommend it – for the most part. Texting, calling, DM’ing or whatever else you want to do to connect to someone – that early in the day will not make you too many friends. This business attracts a various types of people – from a lot of different backgrounds. And here in the DC area – those different backgrounds are magnified. For instance, a person with a military background may be accustomed to an early start – while a young recent college grad may start to get up to speed late in the morning or even early afternoon. We all have cycles of the day that work best for us and to think everyone is the same is just silly. Similar to the real estate market – in the macro sense. Just because a person is just getting started in their career does not mean it’s a great time to flip houses, or buy rentals, or wholesale property. A good seasoned investor can do any of those things at any time of course – but they will be the first to tell you – it’s naïve to think there are not some times when it is harder to accomplish than other easier times. Well more than a couple decades into this business it’s worth me sharing a few easy things for you to do to realize: 1. where we are in the real estate cycle and 2. some easy places to focus your energy no matter where you are in your own phase of business. In my early years in business I messed up and got caught off guard. It cost me time and money to fix those mistakes. Do you want to join me Monday night and see where we are right now and how you can protect your business going forward? You need a plan to protect what you have already earned, as well as grow your business. If you get caught off guard – it can be devastating to your bottom line. I think the next couple years could be challenging for people without a plan. I’m pulling out everything I’ve learned this year to help anyone who is confused by the current state of the real estate market. The old saying rings true – ” The more things change, the more they stay the same. “ We just need to find the patterns, and make adjustments. The topic for WREIA this month is: “Understanding the Four Stages of the Real Estate Market” Bring some questions Monday night. We have a great group of investors who tune in to watch, interact and help other local DC area investors each month – even though we went virtual over 18 months ago. Come join us! My sole focus for the Feb. 2022 WREIA meeting is: Helping you understand where we are in todays real estate market.And how to PROFIT from it. Spend a few moments with us at our next WREIA meeting Monday night– it could save you a fortune down the road. See you Monday! Remember to grab a virtual reservation here and we will send you a reminder a few moments before we kick off the Feb. 2022 meeting Monday at 7PM. Go ahead – grab a ticket. (And yes, there is still no charge to attend.)Taking Action Is A Key To Success.

We are open for business and will be having our next virtual WREIA meeting on Monday, Feb. 28th. If you would like to join us grab a reservation at this link. The reservation is free and we use your email to send you a link prior to the meeting. Grab your seat for the next WREIA meeting this Monday and be ready to grow your business. Stay safe and stay healthy,  John Peterson