The Real Estate Investment Society is an independent organization, dedicated to assisting members in the effective utilization of real estate through networking, education, public service, and a common voice on pertinent issues.
Membership in the Real Estate Investment Society is open to:
» Registered Principals and Representatives
» Real Estate Brokers and Property Managers
» Developers and Builders
» Bankers and Lenders
» Land Planners and Development Consultants
» Investors and Land Owners
» Business Consultants in Real Estate Investment
» Architects and Engineers
» Attorneys, Appraisers and Title Insurance Agents
» CPA's and Financial Planners
Our membership is limited to 275 individuals. If you are interested in learning more about membership we invite you to learn more by clicking here.
Programs
LUNCHEON MEETINGS: The Real Estate Investment Society sponsors monthly luncheon meetings for its members and their guests. The luncheons feature speakers on topics concerning various aspects of economic growth and development, as well as current issues affecting the real estate investment community. The luncheons provide a forum for discussion of issues and valuable networking opportunities. The luncheon meetings are on the second Tuesday of each month.
TOWN HALL MEETINGS: Panel discussions and workshops on growth management issues are presented on a periodic basis to bring government regulators and elected officials together with industry professionals.
EDUCATION: Professional educational courses and seminars are also sponsored by the Society on a periodic basis, in cooperation with other professional organizations. These programs provide useful information on proper procedures and techniques for land acquisition, investment strategies, structuring group investments, and marketing investment properties and professional services.
Representation
The Society also represents the real estate investment profession to the media and government in Florida. The organization monitors legislative issues and advocates legislation and regulations that are in the best interests of the real estate community.
Information
Members of the Real Estate Investment Society receive e-mail bulletins with links to the "REIS Report," a monthly online newsletter which reports on industry trends and techniques, legislative issues, and news of the local commercial and investment real estate market. Members also receive special e-mail bulletins alerting them to regulatory issues and meetings of concern to the industry.
Recognition
Members' names, addresses, telephone and fax numbers are published in the Membership Directory and distributed to all other members. The directory is also provided to government agencies, elected officials and the press, who are encouraged to rely on the membership as a source of expertise on real estate issues.
Last but not least, the Real Estate Investment Society's annual social event and provides a marvelous opportunity for members and their guests to become better acquainted on a personal basis.
Scholarship
The Real Estate Investment Society was established a permanent scholarship fund with Florida Gulf Coast University to encourage and support students interested in commercial real estate. The fund was established in 1999 with a $10,000 endowment.
The REIS Scholarship Foundation, a not-for-profit, registered 501(c)3 corporation provides an opportunity to make charitable donations for college scholarships. REIS provides management of the Foundation, allowing 100% of donations to be awarded as scholarships. Information: Tom Woodyard, REIS Scholarship Chairman, 239.425.6000.
Membership Information
Membership information is available by contacting Membership Chairman Kevin Fitzgerald, 239.437.3330. The membership roster is presently full, however the Society maintains a waiting list of those interested in becoming members. Those on the list receive notices of meetings and are welcome to attend as guests. Membership openings are offered to persons on the waiting list in January. If you would like to be added to the waiting list, simply complete and submit the following application:
Online application
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