Browse a real estate investment club list You can find local or online real estate investment clubs via the Internet. But before you join and pay your dues, explore the purpose of the club and the motives of its members. Don't be afraid to attend some regular meetings and ask questions before you sign up.

I recommend:  Browse real estate investment clubs by state at REIClub.com. Creative Real Estate Online offers a directory of both national and international investment clubs.

Obtain real estate investment club information on starting your own Don't like what you find in other clubs? Start your own. Recruit people in various fields of real estate to join your club. Then decide on officers, how you want the club to be set up, membership fees and other issues. You'll want to do research on what you like and don't like about other clubs and have the necessary resources on hand like a real estate broker to get your club off the ground.

I recommend:  Check out the WCRT, an IL real estate investment club, and how their meetings are set up. Find a real estate broker to suit your club's needs via the National Association of Real Estate Brokers.

Keep informed of the latest trends affecting your real estate investment club For the benefit of the club, familiarize yourself with the latest real estate laws and market trends. That way you can contribute to the club and everyone can benefit from your knowledge. You may also want to consider having members conduct research on specific topics and report back to the group.

I recommend:  Sign up for a membership with PropertyVestors. Membership benefits include training, strategy sessions, investment alerts and others. If your club is based in Connecticut, check out the Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association service directory, monthly newsletter and other features.