The Chicago Area Real Estate Investors Association (Chicago Area REIA) is an ambitious group of people who invest in real estate located throughout the Chicagoland area. We are a not-for-profit group. We are also members of the National Real Estate Investors Association (National REIA). What this means is that we are supported and surrounded by a much larger group. Whether you're contemplating your first investment, growing with the challenges of the current real estate environment, or are a sea …

No More Cubicle is here to provide support to those who are ready to never need a job again. Almost everyone has been taught to give their lives to a company in return for a paycheck.  Today, there are too many people unemployed and even more under-employed.  Because of this, many people are questioning the education and direction they received in the past. No More Cubicle is here to help W-2's realize that they have a choice. Most people agree that moving from a W-2 paycheck can be scary, but i …

R.E.A.L is a new networking group. We are getting like minded people together to discuss a NEW way to invest in residential and multi-family commercial properties.

Don't believe all the hype you hear from the talking heads on the T.V. It's not all doom and gloom, there are areas all over the country that are still appreciating. Besides, an educated investor knows how to make money if the market is going up, down, or sideways. It all comes down to being educated. When former Fed. Chairman Alan Greenspan was asked what he thought the difference was between the wealthy and the middle class, his answer was very simple, "The right education!" and he wasn't tal …

We play Robert Kiyosaki's Cash Flow 101 to reinforce what it takes to get out of the Rat Race. Whether it's in a game or in real life, the goal is to accumulate CASH FLOW! To accomodate our investor network throughout Chicagoland, we have two games a month. The North Side Cash Flow game is in Evanston on either a Saturday or Sunday. The South Side Cash Flow game is in Frankfort, usually on a Monday or Tuesday. We start the event with networking. Then we give each investor the floor to discuss wh …

Each month we meet in Lombard, IL to play Cash Flow 101 and 202 and to discuss investment ideas, financial freedom, and the concept of passive income. Whether you've read all of Robert Kiyosaki's Rich Dad books or you've never heard of them, this is a great opportunity to network with like-minded people and have fun! P.S. We're not selling anything!

Welcome to the Chicago Business Development Group Meetup! CBDG was created out of necessity when a group of highly successful real estate investors, formerly working as individuals, decide to combine our efforts to take advantage of the growing opportunities in the foreclosure, short sale, and REO landscape. Our group is extremely diverse.  It is for investors that are just beginning their careers to seasoned experts and everyone in-between. We provide education, support, and share information, …

Meet a new network of local entrepreneurs to share tips and problem solving techniques, get advice on profitability and career and discuss mentoring and business models. Swap business cards and watch your personal business directory grow! Especially helpful would be entrepreneurs who have experience or want support in: Professional/Personal development, Marketing/Sales/Advertising, Finance or, who are looking to startup a business in one of the following industries: Education, Real Estate, Healt …

We are dedicated to identifying, learning about and discussing various alternative investments. These are defined as "investments other than stocks and bonds, such as hedge funds, leverage buy-outs (LBOs), derivatives, private equity, arbitrage, event driven, and other hedging strategies. Term sometimes refers to real estate and venture capital investments." Some Examples: Non-Traded REITS Oil & Gas Limited Partnerships Equipment Leasing  Raw land LPs  

If you have good credit and a steady income, you have an opportunity to become a home owner and TAKE ADVANTAGE of the BEST BUYER'S MARKET in years. We will help you successfully navigate the home buying process. You will: * learn about low down-payment options * learn about financing alternatives * understand how the process works from start to finish * meet highly qualified professionals who will work for you in your search