Frequently Asked Questions

Q. I just become a member and can't get into the members only section on the website. What do I do?

Within a few days after you join the Columbus Real Estate Investors Association (REIA) you will receive an email from our automated system with instructions. Please look for an email from columbusreia@gmail.com in your email box. If you cannot find this email please check your spam filter. In this email, you will be given a generic password to log into the system and once you have successfully logged in the first time, you will be prompted to immediately change your password.

Q. What are the benefits of being a member of Columbus REIA?

A partial list of benefits include: 1) Networking with nearly 500 other Central Ohio real estate investing professionals; 2) Learning invaluable wealth building and money-making real estate investing strategies; 3) Saving money on discounts from Sherwin Williams, Office Max, DHL, The Columbus Dispatch and others; 4) Selling your properties fast at Central Ohio's largest monthly Buy-Sell &Trade meetings; 5) Learning from some of the most sought out real estate speakers in the country; 6) Obtaining training and coaching from faculty members that are local pros and know the area; 7)

Getting a huge credibility boost by becoming a Professional Housing Provider (PHP); 8) Saving money on your education by tapping into our library that contains over 400 books, tapes and courses; 9) Staying on top of industry trends by subscribing to our monthly newsletter; 10) Learning fundamental cash flow and financial freedom techniques by playing the Kiyosaki cash flow game; and 11) Saving money on real estate investing tools such as websites, domain names and lead generation services

Q: When are your meetings conducted and held?

Our meetings are held on the first Thursday of every month (excluding Holidays) at the Makoy center in Hilliard, Ohio. Please confirm meeting times by clicking on the event calendar located on this website. The address for the Makoy Center is located at 5462 Center Street, Hilliard, OH 43026. Click here for directions to the Makoy center: www.makoy.com/map.html

Q: Is there a fee to attend the meetings?

First time guests can attend their first Columbus REIA meeting for FREE by registering on this website. After you register, you will be sent a complimentary meeting ticket that you can present at the door. To register for one of our meetings, please click here: Register Now

Q: How long has the club been in existence?

Columbus REIA is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year making it one of the most established and successful real estate investing associations in the United States. Since inception, Columbus REIA has helped thousands of Central Ohio real estate professionals achieve their real estate investing goals.

Q: About how many members attend each meeting?

Attendance will vary depending on the time of year and the keynote speaker, but Columbus REIA usually averages between 200-350 people per meeting.

Q: Do you provide food and beverages at the meetings?

Food, sodas, beer and wine can be purchased at the bar located in the Emerald Room. Food choices usually include hot dogs, pizza and assorted snack foods.

Q: How can I become a speaker at the club?

You must be invited to speak at one of Columbus REIA meetings and general sessions. If you are interested in exploring this very special opportunity please fax us a description of your product, service or topic, a copy of your speech outline and 3 industry references. Our fax number is 614-455-0895.

Q: Can I give out flyers at the club meetings?

Unfortunately not. Only pre-approved meeting sponsors and vendors can display material at our meetings. Out of respect for our paying vendor members, violators of this policy risk having their REIA individual memberships revoked.