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Message NEW PROGRAMMINGAT MAREIWe have a new Nationwide Online Meeting anda Group Just for Newbies #4State Law Passed in Missouri toInvalidate KCMO SOI pg #3 Legislatvie UpdateWhat makes a good deal, smart anlysisfor investors pg #9Crunching NumbersWhere so many struggle, why that is andhow to fix it. pg#11Still Broke?Find the events you need to Learn,Connect and Do Business pg#2CalendarThe top ways of finding deals or havingthem find you pg #5 Sourcing DealsLearn some of the best tools andresource you have as a member. pg#16MAREI BenefitsFind the products & services you needwith MAREI Business Associates pg#20DirectoryDetails on attending or Sponsoring #MAREITradeShow2025 pg #14TradeShow

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05 MAY: Carrots 30 Day Authority Challenge Starts07 MAY: Landlords of Johnson County: Estate Planning10 MAY: Master Class: Create & Use Land Trusts10 MAY: Northland Investors: Why Appraisals Matter12 MAY: REI Blackbook Help Night13 MAY: MAREI Meeting Sourcing Deals with Troy Kearns14 MAY: Winvestors with Attorney Julie Anderson15 MAY: KC Short Term Rental Alliance19 MAY: NewVestors Meeting - Building Relationships (NEW)20 MAY: Express Success Coaching: DSCR Loans20 MAY: Cass County Landlords22 MAY: MAREI Nationwide Online Meeting (NEW)27 MAY: Connected Investors Help Night10 JUN: MAREI Meeting: Deal or No Deal14 JUN: MAREI Master Class: Desktop Analysis19 JUN: MAREI Nationwide Online Meeting26 JUN: Lifeonaire Virtual 3 Day Business Builder28 JUN: MAREI Master Class: More Profit Same DealsWeekly Member Hosted EventsMON: New Investors Sub Group Alternating MondaysTUE: Home Resource NetworkWED: WinVestors WeeklyGet more details and register for all of these events atMAREI.org/Full-Calendar/or call / text (913) 815-0111MAY / JUNE 2025MAREI memberIS DIGITALA digital version of MAREI member isavailable online where you will find thatthe links are clickable in the onlineversion and you can download andprint only the pages you want.MAREI.org/Newsletter/Kim TuckerCo-Founder of MAREIW elcome to Mid-America Association of RealEstate Investors (MAREI). Since2004, we have been serving the realestate investment community acrossthe Kansas City Metro Area.Made up of real estate investors,rental property owners, creativebuyers, note buyers, wholesalers,apartment owners, syndicators,private lenders, and people whoprovide products and services tothese members.MAREI has provided some of themost comprehensive educationalevents and networking opportunitiesfor our members and guests,providing them with the resourcesthey need to invest in themselves.Whether you are new to investing orwant to grow your business to thenext level, the community here atMAREI is ready to help you.2 MAREI member

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KCMOCourtsLEGISLATIVELY SPEAKING On May 7, 2025, the Missouri Legislature passed HB 595, a new lawthat protects private landlords from being forced to accept housingvouchers or alternative payment sources like disability checks or gigwork income. It also prevents cities from limiting how landlordsscreen tenants, cap security deposits, or enforce rent control onprivate properties.The bill was a direct response to Kansas City’s 2024 “Source ofIncome” ordinance (231019), which required housing providers to www.MAREI.org/AdvocacyMissouri HB 595 Passes - A Win for Private Property Rights MAREI.org 3accept any lawful rent source—including Section 8—regardless of business practices oroperational concerns. For many small landlords, this mandate meant more regulation, lesscontrol, and an unsustainable rental model.While we have to wait until it takes effect in August, once it does the bill prohibits any Missouricity or county from enacting ordinances that: Force landlords to accept housing vouchers or any third-party rent payments Restrict how landlords screen tenants, including credit, eviction, or criminal history Cap the amount of security deposits Require a right of first refusal to be offered to tenants Implement rent control on privately owned residential or commercial propertyIt still allows: Local control over public housing or city-owned properties Voluntary agreements to regulate subsidized properties Source of income protections related only to veterans’ benefitsMeanwhile, enforcement of Kansas City’s ordinance has already been partially blocked. A federaljudge issued a preliminary injunction in February, prohibiting the city from forcing landlords toaccept Section 8 vouchers while a lawsuit plays out. Read More about the passage of 595 on theBlog page at MAREI.org and follow the blog for further updates.

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NEWNationwideOnline Real EstateInvestor Meeting“Is the Meeting Going to Live Stream?”This seems to be a common question at MAREI these days as we have more and morepeople who are joining us from out of the area or who are traveling or who have kids andjust can’t quite make the regular monthly meeting. Strange how the question used tobe, when are we going to be back “live” and “in person.”As our regular monthly meeting can only be enjoyed by attending the meeting orwatching the replay, which just does not give you full access to connecting we areadding a monthly virtual meeting . . . for everyone. Locals, out of staters, travelers,members. and guests. Join us on the 3 Thursday of the month.rdGet the latest updates and register at:MAREI.org/Online4 MAREI member

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NewVestorsSupport | MastermindFor Those New to Real EstateStarting your real estate investing journey? You’re not alone—and you don’t have to figure it all out by yourself.Introducing NEWVestors, a new MAREI subgroup created for brand-new investors, by abrand-new investor. This is your space to connect with others who are also just gettingstarted, to ask the “silly” questions (they’re not silly, we promise!), and to start building asolid foundation of knowledge and support. For anyone just getting started in real estateinvesting—whether you’ve read a few books, gone to a meeting, or just heard the term“BRRRR” and wondered if it’s a sound or a strategy . . . join us on alternating Mondays.Look for conversation, local guest experts, field trips, support,accountability, and connections.Get the latest updates and register at:MAREI.org/NewVestors MAREI.org 5

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Driving for DealsFind leads while you drive. Look for distressed homes. Knock on doors. Build your own list.Use the DealMachine App Pin houses Skip trace owners Mail postcards Call motivated sellersDo the Challenge Watch the replay Try the tools free. Scan the QR codebelowor visit:MAREI.org/DealMachineChallenceGet a FREE trial + bonusoffer at: DealMachine.com/MAREISave6 MAREI member SOURCING LEADS& DEALS in 2025Finding great deals starts with finding and connecting withmotivated sellers and their representatives. The key is to beconsistent in what ever methods you utilize.On Market LeadsProperties ActivelyBeing Marketed RealtorsBuild relationships.Be investor-friendly.Get on their short listfor active listings andpocket listings.iBuyer PlatformsLike iFinder here atMAREI - get on theirbuyers list. WholesalersJoin their list. Staytop of mind. Be readyto act fast. Realtor Sites Set alerts for: • Price drops • Long DOM • As-Is or Motivated FSBOs (For Sale by Owner) Check Craigslist,Facebook FSBOgroups, Marketplace,& hidden Zillowlistings. Auction Sites Track foreclosureson Auction.com,Hubzu, & some ofthe larger localForeclosureAttorneys.Referral LeadsBuild relationships.Stay top of mind.Make it easy for themto refer you. RealtorsThey know what’slisted—and what’sabout to be. Senior Living When someonemoves into care,homes need sold. Attorneys state, divorce, andbankruptcy casesoften involve a fasthome sale. Contractors They spot big repairs—sometimes sellerswould rather sell. Insurance &Clean-Out ProsCalled after disastersor when owners aremoving out fast.Direct ContactContact the ownersdirectly.When you seea distressed property,don’t wait. Get in touch. Door Knocking Knock and talk. Ifvacant, leave a noteor flyer behind. Call Them Find their number (ora neighbor’s) and justcall. Text or Email If you get their info, ashort message canopen the door. Note On DoorSometimes the onlyway to reach the rightperson. Follow UpIt can take severalcontacts. Stayconsistent.Direct ResponseMarketingSend the rightmessage to the rightpeople—and get thephone ringing. Direct MailLetters or postcardsto potential motivatedsellers. Cold CallingBuild a list, skip trace,and call. Text Campaigns Short, politemessages to spark aconversation. Bandit Signs Those “We BuyHouses” signs stillwork in the rightareas. Online AdsSEO Strategiesonline to drive trafficto your WebsiteFrom MAREI’sUltimate Guideto Generating DealsGet Your CopyMAREI.org/LeadsCome Meet Geneat MAREI

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Online MarketingAttract motivated sellers24/7 Your Website Your digital storefront—build trust & collect leads.ChatbotsCapture leads 24/7—evenwhen you're asleep. Retargeting Ads Use Facebook or Googleto follow up with sitevisitors who didn’t convert. SEO(Search Engine Optimization)Get found when sellersGoogle “sell my housefast [your city].” Google BusinessProfile Claim your free listing. Ithelps you show up in localsearches and builds trust. Social Media Be visible. Share. Buildcredibility. Use Video Video MarketingRecord seller FAQs, walk-throughs, or “how wehelp” clips. BloggingAnswer seller questions.Build authority. Rankhigher. Online AdsUse Google & Facebookto target sellers who needto sell now.We recommend startingwith the FREE OnlineMaster Class from CarrotMAREI.org/CarrotMktWSPreforeclosure – Missedmortgage paymentsProbate/Estate – Inheritedproperty, often vacantDivorce – Assets need tobe splitJob Relocation – Movingfor work, need to sell Senior Transition – Movingto assisted livingMedical Hardship – Can’tmanage the home Growing Family – Needmore space, motivated tomoveNew Baby or Empty Nest –Life stage shifts drivedecisionsProperty ProblemsWhen the house is a burdenVacant Homes – Sittingempty, attracting problemsMajor Repairs – Can’t orwon’t fixCode Violations – Finesstacking upFire or Flood Damage –Insurance may not cover Unfinished Projects – DIYgone wrongCondemned or RedTaggedOwner SituationsWhen the seller’s life makesthe house expendableTired Landlords – Donewith tenants and repairsOut-of-State Owners –Hard to manage from afarTax Delinquent – Risk oflosing the homeBankruptcy – Need toliquidate fastInherited with Siblings –Disagreements = delayJob Loss or Income Drop –Can’t afford to keep itGoing Through Evictions –Want to cash out and bedoneTitle Issues –Overwhelmed and lookingfor help MAREI.org 7Motivated SellersSomeone who needs tosell, not just wants to.They may be facing asituation that makesholding the property hard—or impossible.These sellers are oftenmore open to flexible offers,creative financing, andquicker closings.Stack MotivationsThe best leads?Sellers with multiplereasons to sell.Example: Inherited house Needs repairs Out of state ownerMore motivation = morelikely to say “yes.”Stay ConsistentMotivated sellers won’talways respond right away. Follow up regularly Stay in touch Follow Up is KeyLife EventsWhen personalcircumstances push a sellerto act fast

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Step 1: Get Clear on What You WantBefore running numbers, Vena says toask yourself: What do I want realestate to do for me—right now? If it’squick cash, you’re likely wholesaling orflipping. If it’s long-term income,you’re buying rentals. That decisionshapes the type of property you need,the areas to target, and the way you’llevaluate a deal. One goal. One exitstrategy. One formula.Without clarity, you’re just spinningyour wheels—looking at the wrongproperties, in the wrong areas, withno sense of whether the numbersmake sense. But when you defineyour goal, your strategy naturallynarrows. You’re not just evaluatingdeals anymore—you’re filtering out Learn More at the Master ClassSaturday June 14If you’re new to real estate investing, you may already be feeling it: the overwhelm of information, strategies, and“can’t-miss” opportunities coming at you from all sides. It’s easy to get stuck in research mode, hesitant to make amove. According to national investor and educator Vena Jones-Cox, that’s one of the biggest traps that stops peoplefrom ever doing their first deal.In preparation for her upcoming masterclass, “How to Analyze Leads from Your Desktop, Fast—and Get More Deals,”we reviewed several of Vena’s best articles on the subject to distill the core principles every new investor needs toknow when it comes to analyzing a deal. What she shares is simple, powerful, and surprisingly actionable. MAREI.org 9distractions and zoning in onopportunities that match your plan.This step alone helps eliminate theoverwhelm so many new investorsfeel. Instead of trying to learn everystrategy at once, you can focus onmastering one—and getting to yourfirst deal fasterStep 2: Know the Formula—andStick to ItFor wholesalers and flippers, thecommon formula is: ARV x 0.70 –Repairs = Maximum Allowable Offer(MAO)Let’s say a property’s After-RepairValue (ARV) is $200,000 and it needs$40,000 in work. $200,000 x 0.70 = $140,000 $140,000 –$40,000 = $100,000 MAOThat’s your top offer. And here’s thehard part: don’t negotiate againstyourself. One of Vena’s most powerfullessons is that bad deals are worsethan no deals. If your offer is $70,000and the seller wants $75,000, it’stempting to meet in the middle—especially if they say other buyers areinterested. But compromising yournumber without solid justificationusually means taking on more riskthan the deal is worth.Your maximum allowable offer (MAO)is based on math, not emotion. Stickto it. There will always be more deals—but stretching on numbers you can’tjustify can wreck your margins, or

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Gauge condition based onexterior photosBallpark repairs using localaveragesCheck recent sales history or pastlistingsLook for signs of distress usingGoogle Street View or propertytax recordsYou can even pull rent estimates, seeownership info, and estimate equity—all before picking up the phone.This “desk-level” analysis helps youact quickly, especially in hot markets.You’ll still confirm everything with adeeper inspection later—but yourdesktop process helps you find thedeals worth seeing.Step 5: Learn. Do. Learn More.Finally, Vena urges new investors tobalance learning with action. Go tomeetings. Take a class. Build yourteam. But most importantly—startmaking offers.You don’t need to know everythingto take the first step—you just needto know enough to stay safe and getstarted. Real growth happens whenyou apply what you’ve learned, hitroadblocks, ask better questions,and refine your process.Start small, stay consistent, and leteach deal teach you something new.You’ll learn more by evaluating 10properties and offering on 2 thanreading another 10 books. And whenyou have a formula, a mentor, and acontract that protects you, there’s noreason to wait.10 MAREI member worse, leave you stuck with aproperty you can’t sell or profit from.She reminds us: motivated sellerswill often come back to your number—if you hold firm and you have apipeline of other leads to work with.Step 3: Watch Out for “Garbage In =Garbage Out”Vena’s reminds us: numbers don’t lie—but bad numbers do.In one of her real-world examples,she breaks down a so-calledwholesale deal claiming a 12% ROI.The rent? $785. The estimatedmonthly expenses? Just $100. A little basic math (and commonsense) told her the claim wasgarbage. Taxes alone were nearly$70/month. Add insurance,maintenance, vacancy, and capitalreserves, and the real expenses weremuch closer to $266/month—bringing the ROI down to 9%, not12%.Worse, the asking price was morethan what fully renovated homes inthe neighborhood were selling for. Inreality, the right investor offershould’ve been nearly $20,000 lower.If you want to make smart offers,you have to run real numbers—notoptimistic guesses.Step 4: Desktop Analysis Is YourStarting LineYou don’t need to walk every housebefore making a first offer. In fact,most of your leads will get screenedout at your desk. Using onlinecomps, Google Maps, and photos(when available), you can often:Estimate ARV based on nearbysalesReady to Dive Deeper?Read Vena’s 3 Articles:Overcoming Analysis Paralysis Have You Become a MotivatedBuyer?Learn the Numbers or Get Out ofthe BusinessIf you are reading this digitally theabove will be clickable, otherwise youcan search the titles and Googleshould be able to find them for you(or go to the MAREI Blog)Join us for Vena’s masterclass onJune 14th: “How to Analyze Leadsfrom Your Desktop, Fast—and GetMore Deals” Event details at:MAREImember.comCalendarLet’s turn information into action—and turn action into deals.

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Learn More at the Master ClassSaturday June 28th MAREI.org 11David Richter, our guest instructor inJune has seen this pattern hundreds oftimes. As a real estate investor turnedfinancial systems expert, he’s workedwith investors across the country whowere making good money… butkeeping almost none of it. That’s whatled him to write Profit First for RealEstate Investing, and why we’ve invitedhim to lead a special online MasterClass for MAREI on Saturday, June28th.Let’s look at a few real-lifeexamples: The Contractor Who Can’t Take aPaycheckJason runs a remodeling business. He’sgot steady work, happy clients, and asolid team. But with subcontractors,materials, and overhead due upfront,his cash is always tied up—while invoices sit unpaid for weeks.So when it’s time to pay himself? Heshrugs and says, “I’ll catch up later.” The Flipper Who “Made” $100K…and Owes $30KMonica flipped five properties thisyear and showed a six-figure profit onpaper. But her accountant drops abomb: she owes over $30,000 in taxes.Why? Because she didn’t plan ahead.No money was set aside. No S-Corpbenefits. No deductions maximized.Now she’s scrambling—and the IRSdoesn’t do payment plans that feelgood. The Investor Scaling Too FastDerek built a rental portfolio fast. Hehired a property manager, leased office space, expanded intomultifamily, and added a VA to keepup.But then the market slowed. A rehabdragged on. A few tenants didn’t pay.Now, he’s drowning in overhead withno cushion—and wondering where allthat momentum went. The Hidden Threat: Tax and CashFlow Planning GapsEven profitable businesses can leakmoney in ways you don’t notice—untilit’s too late.You could be overpayingthousands in self-employmenttaxes by operating as a soleproprietor instead of an S-Corp.You might be missing deductionsfor vehicles, tools, healthinsurance, or even a home office—because no one told you they wereon the table.You close deals. You cash checks. But somehow, there’s never enough left over. You’re not alone—and you’re not doinganything wrong. But the way you’re managing your cash flow and planning for taxes might be quietly draining your business—even when you’re “doing well.”

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You may not be usingdepreciation to your advantage,especially if you’ve bought realestate, equipment, or vehicles.And if you’re paying yourself thewrong way or misclassifyingcontractors, your payroll taxesmight be bleeding you dry.Most investors and business ownersoverpay simply because they don’tknow what they don’t know. And bythe time tax season rolls around—it’stoo late to fix it. Why This Happens: Profit andTaxes Are an AfterthoughtFor most real estate entrepreneurs,financial clarity takes a back seat tohustle. You’re focused on finding thenext deal, managing contractors,handling tenant issues, and keepingthe wheels turning. And that’sexactly how profit quietly slipsthrough the cracks.The problem is baked into theformula most people follow:Revenue comes in → You payexpenses → Whatever’s left might beprofit12 MAREI member But “whatever’s left” is rarely enough.Why? Because you’re trying to growwithout a financial foundation—andyour business is eating your incomefaster than you can make it.To make matters worse, tax planningusually happens in a panic—after theyear’s over, when there’s nothing youcan do. That’s when you realize:You didn’t set aside money fortaxesYou missed out on deductionsyou didn’t know existedYou could’ve saved thousandswith a better business structureIt’s not your fault. Most investorswere never taught how to managemoney. You’re told to flip more,wholesale faster, buy more doors—and hope it all works out.That’s why the Profit First system issuch a game-changer. Flip the Formula and Build aHealthier BusinessDavid Richter’s system starts withone critical change:Revenue – Profit = ExpensesThat shift forces you to treat profitas non-negotiable. Instead ofhoping something’s left, you planfor it—and build your businessaround what’s actually sustainable.This isn’t theory. It’s a simple,practical system that usesseparate bank accounts for profit,owner pay, taxes, and operatingexpenses. That structure forcesclarity and gives you control. Learn How to Implement It atOur June 28th Master ClassMAREI is hosting a powerful, hands-on training with David Richter, authorof Profit First for Real Estate Investing.Whether you’re flipping houses,managing rentals, wholesaling, orproviding services to those who do —this training will help you take controlof your money once and for all.

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MASTER CLASSESThe Knowledge You NeedJust getting started, or adding new knowledge, or just refiningyour skills, these are what’s working now in real estate. MAREI.org 13When & WhereHeld generally on the2nd & 4th Saturdays ofthe Month on Zoomfrom 8 am to 2 pm.Replay & handoutsprovided after.CostPrices vary dependingon the topic. Most arebetween $47 and $97for MAREII Membersand $97 and $127 forNon-Members whenyou register early.To RegisterVisit the MAREICalendar of Events tosign up. Not a member,we have a $25 a monthoption to test it out.DiscountWant to save a fewdollars, use tbhediscount code MCsave to take 25% offthe listed classesMay 10thHolding Title in a Land TrustLand trusts are a powerful way to holdtitle for privacy—but that’s justscratching the surface of all the waysthey can help you. Learn why yourproperties should be in land trusts.Todd VanMeterEarly Bird Price $47May 24thNo ClassMemorial DayTake a break from master classes andspend the day with family. Or hit upthe MAREI Library to catch up onsome replays of past meetings andother resources.MAREI.org/LibraryJune 14thFast Desktop AnalysisTo Get More DealsBeat your competitors to great deals>Be ready to move fast. This workshopteaches you, hands-on, how to getALL the information you need to dothat, right from your computer.Vena Jones-CoxEarly Bird Price $47June 28thKeep More Profitwithout More DealsFeel broke despite making money?Understand why profit gets pushed tothe back burner. We’ll break down theprocess of empowering you to retainmore of your hard-earned cash.David RichterEarly Bird Price $47July 12thHow to Do Subject To RIGHTFrom finding them to closing them tothe most profitable exit strategies, thisonline class shows you how to buyproperties subject to the existing loanRIGHT.Kathie RussellEarly Bird Price $47July 26thHow (and Why) to Do WrapLoans with Anita JohnsonAll-inclusive, “Wrap” loans are a greatway to get low cost secondaryfinancing for downpayments andrepair costs, AND a great way to getreally high returns by loaning smallamounts of money. Anita JohnsonEarly Bird Price $47

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MARKETINGBeing a sponsor goes beyond a booth for 2hours. We will share your logo in ourmarketing and include your info in theevent guide we will hand out in print &digitally.If you have a product or services for realestate investors, small business owners,rental property owners, note buyers anndmore, then you need to be seen at thisevent. While you are there, build yourown network.SEE & BE SEENVisit MAREI.org/TradeShow Email Kim forMore information. See Tradeshow Map atthe bottom of the page - email Kim your 1and 2 choices of table. She will confirmand send you a link to pay.stndHOW TO SIGN UPBUILD YOURTEAM WITH USCOME AND JOIN US.WHY SPONSORThis event is free and open to the public toattend from 5:30 to 8:30. MAREI Members FREE TO THE PUBLICGrow your KC Metro connections with thepeople and companies that can help you growyour business over the next 12 months. MAKE CONNECTIONSPremier trade show & networking event fornew and experienced landlords, flippers, notebuyers, wholesalers, and lease/option fans tobuild their team and their investing skills inthe Greater Kansas City Metro real estatemarket.WHO SHOULD ATTENDCome see and be seen at MAREI’sAnnual Vendor Trade ShowOur Contact:kim@MAREI.org913-208-3544 mobile

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There are 100's of ways to find motivated sellers or to prompt them to find you. The key isto pick the ones that work for you, that you will be consistent with, because they all work. 100+ proven strategies to find off-market deals What’s working right now in 2025 (not 2020 tactics) Packed with real-life examples, tools, & resourcesWhether you're brand new or have 50+ deals under your belt… this is the playbook you’llwant on your desk.Inside you'll learn: - Strategies for every budget — from zero-cost methods to paid ads that work - How to find sellers who are already motivated and looking for a solution - The best follow-up tools (automation + AI!) - Simple tweaks to improve your follow-up, branding, and lead conversion And yes — we even list our favorite tools, and include links to learn more about howmany of our favorites work.MAREI Member’s can log in and access today at MAREI.org/FreeStuffNon-Members you can request a copy at MAREI.org/LeadsGovernmentAffairsbenefitsEducationFormsThe Member Library ispacked with a lot ofsample forms,documents, andcontracts. And we haveresources to downloadmore.VisitMAREI.org/FreeStuffAdvocacySee the latest issue, callto action or change inrules and regulations.MAREI.org/AdvocacyMAREI BlogGet updates onstrategies, data, currentaffairs and memberbenefits.MAREI.org/blog16 MAREI member Documents & Contracts

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NATIONAL REIAThe one most used discountis with the Home Depot and includes a 2% rebate and 20% off paint.You may know them by Office Depot or Office Max, but combined they are ODP where we get valuable discounts on products and printing services in store and online.When it’s time to screen your renters,RentPerfect is the only privateinvestigating company owned by a lazylandlord that has built a ton of otherservices into their systemSee all Discounts at MAREI.org/National-Discounts/National REIA publishes the REJournal quarterly to keep ourmembers up to date nationally.REIA Sense keeps members updatedon what’s happening at the FederalLevel in Government.And the ROI is their annual Magazine on REIA.MAREI.org/NewsletterMAREI Is an Award Winning ChapterEarning many distinguieshedservice awards, honors of merit, andthe Award of Excellence in 2017 for our outstanding programs. DISCOUNTS PUBLICATIONS OTHER BENEFITSIn February when its super cold inKansas City, National REIA host ainvestor cruse to some place warm.In 2026 they woill be cruisingFebruary 1-8, on the CelebrityBeyond. They are still working onthe final details to share with us onthis cruise.NationalREIAcruise.comLastly National REIA works hardto keep us informed on the nationalissues that matter.NationalREIA.org MAREI.org 17

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EMAIL NEWSLETTEROur weekly updates goout on Friday mornings.It includes local andnational news as itpertains to real estate,upcoming events,member properties, andadvocacy issues.Member? Do youproduce content? Tellus about it!Subscribe to our emailthat comes throughConstant Contact and ifyou already receive ouremails make sure yousubscribe to the weeklynewsletter. Otheroptions include eventupdates and advocacyissues.MAREI.org/eUpdate LATEST UPDATESON SOCIALOn our social media channelswe keep members updated onthe issues. We look at the localmetro area, Kansas andMissouri, and at the NationalNews as well. The most activeis our Facebook Page.Join us on your favorite socialmedia channelFacebook.com/MAREInetFacebook.com/groups/MAREIInstagram.com/MAREIinKCLinkedIn.com/Company/Mid-America-Association-of-Real-Estate-InvestorsTwitter.com/MAREInetYouTube.com/@MAREIKCTHE MAREIBLOG UPDATEWhen there is an important issue you need to know about or take action on, you will find it on the MAREI Blog. And note we will continue keep you updated.So be sure to book mark it.When there is a video replay of a MAREI, National REIA, or memberevent that we think you need to see it will be posted here as well.MAREI.org/Blog/JOIN THE CONVERSATIONDo you have a question you need help with? Need a referral for a contractor or other service provider?Our online community that seems torarely sleep is our Facebook Group.Take your questions to the group, share your knowledge, anddiscuss the local issues.Group is moderated to keep us on topic and remember be niceFacebook.com/groups/kcreiDID YOU KNOWThat MAREI has been servingthe Kansas City Metro realestate investment communitysince 2004. We’ve nevermissed a meeting due to snow,floods, COVID or ChiefsChampionship games!YOUTUBE CHANNELMAREI records all of ourmonthly meetings. They areshared publicly to ourYouTube Subsribers for abouta week and then they aredelisted and added to ourreplay archive atMAREIMember.com.There are three ways to getour meeting replays:be a member and log intoaccess at any time, subsribeto our YouTube Channel, orcatch the public replay whenwe send it out via email.18 MAREI member

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