Topic: Contractor Night: Lessons from Experienced Investors
Every investor has a contractor story—but the best investors learn how to avoid the bad ones. Join us for an evening focused on hiring, managing, and working successfully with contractors. Our experienced panel will share what they look for before hiring, how they protect themselves, red flags they never ignore, and the systems they use to keep projects on time and on budget. Plus, we’ll be sharing some of the best contractor tips submitted by our members. Whether you’re renovating your first property or your fiftieth, you’ll leave with practical ideas you can put to work immediately.
Bad contractors cost investors thousands. Great contractors make us fortunes
Do you need a contractor or know someone who does? Please bring them!
Are you a contractor or GC or handyman looking for more good clients? Bring your cards or fliers!
When: Thursday, August 13th, 2026 – 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM (General Meeting)
“Early Bird” Session –
Necessary vs. Unnecessary Repairs: Save Money Without Cutting Corners
6:00-6:30 PM
Great for All Investors.
Before our main meeting, join experienced investor Stephen Lovett as he shares how to determine which repairs are truly necessary—and which ones can drain your budget without adding value. Drawing from his experience with vacation rentals, long-term rentals, and fix-and-flips, Stephen will explain how repair decisions should vary depending on your investment strategy. He’ll also discuss common repair recommendations made by property managers and help you understand which ones are essential and which may not be worth the expense. This practical session could save you thousands of dollars on your next investment property.
Doors open at 5:45pm, class starts at 6:00pm sharp!
What to Expect & When
- 5:45 Dinner El Patio Tacos for only $10!
- 6:00 Early Bird Class: Tenant Drama Solutions
- 7:00 Contractor Self-Promotion Livestreamed
- 7:30 The Do’s and Don’ts of Multi-Families Investment Properties.
NEXT MEETINGS SNEAK PEAK…
September 10: Estate Planning
Early Bird Class: Deed Fraud
October 8: Tech/AI
LOCATION:
Troy Community Center,
Room No: 305
3179 Livernois Rd, Troy, MI 48083
We appreciate those who register early online!
Members – Free
Non-members: $20 (buy here) (Become a Member to avail free admission along with other benefits including access to RPOA. Check our Membership page for more information.)
Dinner: $10 purchase online or (buy here)
Dinner: $10 if purchased at the door
Nonmember Attendance + Dinner: $30 (buy here)
*Buffet Dinner served around 6:15 pm
Hope to see you there!
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