Phoenix REI Conference, 2025.

Conference & Expo Day: Thursday March 27

1. 8:00am – 8:45am
   VIP Breakfast Hosted by Realty Executives and AZREIA with speakers Joel Moyes, Mike Del Prete and Aaron Chapman
2. 9:00am – 9:30am
   Morning Kickoff and Opening Remarks with Eddie Wilson of Think Realty and Mike Del Prete from AZREIA
3. 9:30am – 10:00am
   Learning to Wholesale Money with Eddie Wilson from Aspire Real Estate

   In this session, Eddie Wilson from Aspire Real Estate teaches the fundamentals of wholesaling money, covering strategies to leverage capital and structure profitable real estate deals. Attendees will gain insights into sourcing funds, negotiating terms, and maximizing returns in the wholesale market.

4. 10:00am – 10:30am
   The Importance in Choosing the Right Lending Partner With Marco Castaneda From Velocity Mortgage Capital

   Selecting the right lending partner is crucial for securing favorable terms and ensuring a smooth financing process. This presentation will highlight key factors to consider when choosing a lender to support your investment goals.

5. 10:45am – 11:45am
   Refuse to Lose with Eric Cline
6. 12:00pm – 12:30pm
   12%+ Cash Flow from Investing in Operating Companies with Chihiro Kurokawa from ZT Corporate

   Founded in 1997, ZT Corporate invests in operating companies to provide income and growth to accredited investors. Our three asset verticals are healthcare, auto dealerships and commercial real estate. Join us to learn how we implement private equity strategies to buy, operate and sell business assets while arbitraging transaction prices.

7. 1:00pm – 2:00pm
   Double Dipping On Your Money with Hannah Kesler From The Money Multiplier (Lunch Provided)

   Hannah Kesler will be sharing the importance of privatized banking, keeping money in the family and how to break the bonds of financial slavery you don’t even realize you are in.

8. 2:15pm – 3:00pm
   Concurrent Breakout Sessions

   SESSION 1: Take Back Control of Your Money and Get Out of the Banks

   Hannah Kesler, The Money Multiplier

   What if there is a way you can totally eliminate the banks, government intervention and the Fed from our lives? In this part 2 session, Hannah will be showing you how to pay off debts, buy your investments, pay your expenses and build tax free income without having to work any harder, take additional risks or loose control of your money.

   SESSION 2: Funding Your Multifamily Acquisitions

   Eric Stewart, Think Realty’s Resident Expert on Commercial Lending

   Learn key strategies to secure financing for your multifamily property acquisitions. This presentation will guide you through the best practices for leveraging capital and maximizing investment opportunities.

9. 3:15pm – 4:00pm
   Concurrent Breakout Sessions

   SESSION 1: Revolutionizing Real Estate: Cutting-Edge Financing Innovations

   Trends in interest-only loans, DSCR loans, and private lending.

   Strategies to leverage creative financing for growth.

   Crowd lending platforms as an option for real estate investors.

   How higher interest rates are impacting mortgage and property affordability.

   SESSION 2: Seizing the Moment: Smart Moves for Real Estate Investors When Mortgage Rates Drop

   Aaron Chapman, Think Realty’s Resident Expert on Real Estate Finance

   When mortgage rates drop, savvy investors can capitalize on lower borrowing costs to maximize returns and expand their portfolios. This presentation explores strategic moves to acquire new properties and optimize financing in a shifting market.

10. 4:15pm – 5:00pm
    Concurrent Breakout Sessions

    SESSION 1: What You Need to Know About the Arizona Market: Current Pain Points and Opportunities

    Where has market activity increased.

    How does the stabilization of interest rates impact the market and your investing decisions.

    Regulatory impacts every Arizona investor needs to know.

    Current housing supply and demand imbalance.

    SESSION 2: The Little Things You Need to Know That Can Save You Big: Tips and Tricks to Maximize Your ROI

    Property management best practices to save you time, money, and headaches.

    Insurance Do’s & Don’ts: The importance of safeguarding your investment.

    Marketing strategies to give you the advantage in a competitive market.

    Utilizing technology to fulfill each step of the transaction process.

11. 5:00pm – 7:00pm
    Cocktail Reception

Continuing Education Classes: Friday, March 28 ($10 Add-On)

Arizona Real Estate Continuing Education Requirements for Sales Licenses and Designated Broker Licenses

As of January 1, 2025, all Arizona real estate professionals must complete one hour of the following: Arizona water, deed fraud, and firewise. These classes will take place on Friday, March 28th from 10a-2p with lunch provided. Credentials for these classes can be picked up at the Think Realty event on 3/27 at the registration desk from 7am-2pm.

Deed Fraud

This one-hour course is designed to equip you with the knowledge and tools needed to recognize and prevent deed fraud. You’ll learn about the different types of deeds commonly used in Arizona, the legal requirements for valid deeds, and the roles of various parties in real estate transactions. You’ll also gain insights into the tactics used by fraudsters, the red flags to watch for, and the preventive measures that can protect your clients and your business. By the end of this course, you’ll be better prepared to safeguard against fraudulent activities and ensure the integrity of real estate transactions.

Course highlights include:

An understanding of deed fraud and how it is carried out

Explore the consequences of deed fraud

Details about the deed recording process in Arizona

Main categories of deed fraud criminals

Protecting yourself from inadvertent involvement in deed fraud

Identifying red flag in real-world deed fraud evidence

Preventative measures to avoid deed fraud

Undoing deed fraud after the fact

Firewise

Given the increasing frequency and severity of wildfires, there is a growing need for proactive measures to safeguard properties and lives. This one-hour course is tailored to educate real estate licensees about the Firewise program, emphasizing the significance of exercising reasonable skill and care in real estate practices. Its goal is to update licensees on the fundamentals of the Firewise program, equipping them with the knowledge to establish defensible spaces that can better withstand wildfires and ensure the safety of firefighters working to protect properties.

Course highlights include:

An overview of the Firewise program

Understanding of the impact of wildfires on Arizona communities

Factors that contribute to wildfires

Improving wildfire survivability

Preparing for wildfire evacuations

What to do if evacuation is impossible

Water

Arizona’s dry climate and fast-growing population make water a crucial and often disputed resource. Real estate professionals in Arizona should have a deep understanding of water resources, rights, and regulations to advise their clients effectively in property transactions and on water-related matters.

This one-hour course enables you to understand water management laws and policies, helping you stay updated with regulations. It also allows you to educate clients about the importance of water conservation, the impact of water availability, and how water availability can affect property ownership and use.

Course highlights include:

An overview of the 1980 Arizona Groundwater Management Act

Understanding of the roles of Active Management Areas and Irrigation Non-Expansion Areas

Outlines the purpose of the Assured and Adequate Water Supply programs

Reviews water rights in Arizona

Innovate technologies to address water challenges

Discussion of the Assured Water Supply Law and Alternative Path to Designation of Assured Water Supply (ADAWS)