What we’re about
The SWFL REIA is the premier source for Real Estate Investing education and networking. The SWFL REIA is different in the Real Estate Investing world in that we do not do information product sales. Our content rich meetings focus on Real Estate Investing via collaboration with like-minded Real Estate Investors sharing their own experiences. The SWFL REIA is on the cutting edge of data gathering and analysis of the housing market and foreclosures. Our Analysis and Trend reporting has made the SWFL REIA an expert source for the media and set standards by which the housing market is analyzed and trended within the industry. Our members are Real Estate Investors, Real Estate Agents, Title Agents, Insurance Agents, Landlords, Property Managers, Wholesalers, Rehabbers, Note Buyers, Hedge Fund Managers, Bulk Asset Purchasers, Foreclosure and Probate Investors. Come and network! Our Motto: Knowledge withheld is Knowledge wasted. The number one key to being successful in real estate investing is? To understand what you are there to do! From our experience, this is the most critical phase. If you have a clear plan it is easier to deploy capital while still operating within a margin of safety. The SWFL REIA is the premier place to understand what you are here to do, in relation to real estate investing! We look forward to meeting you at a meeting soon! http://swflreia.com/
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See all- What Buyers Wish Wholesalers Knew: A No-Fluff Guide to Doing Deals RightThree Fishermen Seafood Restaurant, North Fort Myers, FL
## SWFL REIA General Meeting
## When: 8/20/2025
## Topic: What Buyers Wish Wholesalers Knew: A No-Fluff Guide to Doing Deals Right
Want to build lasting relationships with serious cash buyers and close more deals with confidence? This session is your inside look at what experienced investors truly value in a wholesaler. From accurate numbers and clear communication to professionalism and follow-through, you’ll learn the key traits that make you stand out in a crowded market. Hear directly from end buyers about what earns trust, repeat business, and long-term success. Whether you’re just getting started or leveling up your game, this no-fluff conversation will help you become the kind of wholesaler buyers love to work with.
## Speaker: Peter Kollar
Peter Kollar is a seasoned real estate investor with over 1,000 successful deals under his belt. Known for his deep market knowledge, sharp negotiation skills, and consistent execution, Peter has built a reputation as a trusted closer in both residential and investment real estate.
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## Speaker: Kevin Dong
Kevin Dong is a South‑West Florida real estate powerhouse who’s flipped over 200 homes and now oversees 100+ rental units, with a portfolio exceeding $20 million in owned assets.
## Speaker: Michael Lyons
With a real estate investing career that began in 2001, Mike has gained experience in nearly every facet of residential real estate investing, including property management, leasing, investing, wholesaling, flipping, property preservation, and vacation rentals.
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### Location: Three Fishermen Seafood Restaurant
Address: 13021 N Cleveland Ave, North Fort Myers, FL 33903
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Free for SWFL REIA members
Non-Members are $45.00
Please email reia.swfl@gmail.com to RSVP
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