https://careia.org/events Chicago Area Real Estate Investors Association upcoming events Chicago Area Real Estate Investors Association Wild Apricot - membership management software and more en Sat, 10 Oct 2026 22:57:39 GMT Sat, 10 Oct 2026 22:57:39 GMT Mon, 12 Oct 2026 23:45:00 GMT <p><img src="https://www.careia.org/resources/Pictures/Copy%20of%20Copy%20of%20Chicago%20real%20estate%20investors%20association%20(10).png" alt="" title="" border="0"><br></p> <p><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);"><font color="#080809" face="Segoe UI Historic, Segoe UI, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif">Joel oversees the asset management of multiple real estate investments. An accomplished real estate professional of 43 years, he relies on his considerable expertise and experience to provide clients with comprehensive solutions for acquiring, selling, leasing, relocating and investment.&nbsp; Joel was a co-founder of Epic/Savage Realty Partners.</font></span></p> <p>Anyone who has an interest in real estate investing is invited to attend our General Meeting. Each month a different speaker will share information on topics relating to the many aspects of investing in real estate and being a landlord. Our General Meetings provide a great opportunity to network with experienced real estate investors from all over the Chicago land area. We also have an extensive real estate library for our members to use. The General Meeting is held on the 2nd Monday of each month.</p> <p>Want to learn more about CAREIA &amp; Real Estate Investing? Follow us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/ChicagoAreaREIA/).</p> <p>-----------------------AGENDA------------------------</p> <p>Structured Networking (A) at 6:45 - 7 p.m.</p> <p>Registration opens at 6:45 - 7:30 p.m.</p> <p>Doors open &amp; Refreshments at 7:00 p.m.</p> <p>Meeting Updates and Introductions at 7:00 - 7:05 p.m.</p> <p>Wants &amp; Needs Segment at 7:05 - 7:10 p.m.</p> <p>Vendor Spotlight at 7:10 - 7:20 p.m.</p> <p>Speaker Presentation and Q&amp;A at 7:20 - 8:05p.m.</p> <p>Closing Announcements at 8:05 - 8:10 p.m.</p> <p>Comment Card, Break, Networking 8:10-8:30</p> <p>Mentoring / Accountability Small Groups at 8:30 - 9:00 p.m.</p> <p>Event Ends at 9 p.m.</p> <p>-----------------------------------------------------</p> <p>Cost: Admission is $15.00 for non-members. Free for members. No children under 15-years old allowed at this event. Cash, Check or Credit Cards accepted. You can always become a member of CAREIA for just $99.00 a yr.</p> <p>New memberships can be accepted at this General Meeting. Cash, Check or Credit Cards accepted.</p> <p>FYI: We're a Not For Profit. We Educate You; We Don't Sell You.</p> <p>**Attention Vendors: No Product Literature or Business Cards are allowed at our General Meetings or Networking Nights.</p> <p>***************Disclaimer***************</p> <p>If you would like to reach our members in more ways than just networking and attending CAREIA sanctioned events, we have a great Vendor Membership program for you. Not only do you get to attend all of our meetings for free, but we will maximize your companies exposure by advertising extensively to our already large and growing membership base, show case you and your business at our general meetings, and, allow your company to sponsor workshops that can help our member's see what kind of value you bring to the table while building credibility for yourself. Please contact our Vendor Chairperson at our General Meeting or via E-mail for more information: vendors@careia.org</p> https://www.careia.org/event-6811578 https://www.careia.org/event-6811578 Tue, 20 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT <p align="center"><br></p> <p><img src="https://www.careia.org/resources/Pictures/BCO.21f346af-88e4-436d-91d5-1db1bc5a8959.png" alt="" title="" border="0">Whether you own 200 units or have no real estate experience, anyone who has an interest in investing in short or mid-term rentals are invited to attend our monthly STR subgroup meeting. Each month we will have an open forum to discuss all things short term rentals. This meeting will provide a great opportunity to network with experienced real estate investors from all over the Chicago land area. This event will be held on the 3rd Monday of each month.</p> <p>Want to learn more about CAREIA &amp; Real Estate Investing? Follow us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/ChicagoAreaREIA/).</p> <p>***************Disclaimer***************</p> <p>If you would like to reach our members in more ways than just networking and attending CAREIA sanctioned events, we have a great Vendor Membership program for you. Not only do you get to attend all of our meetings for free, but we will maximize your companies exposure by advertising extensively to our already large and growing membership base, show case you and your business at our general meetings, and, allow your company to sponsor workshops that can help our member's see what kind of value you bring to the table while building credibility for yourself. Please contact our Vendor Chairperson at our General Meeting or via E-mail for more information: vendors@careia.org</p> https://www.careia.org/event-6811580 https://www.careia.org/event-6811580 Tue, 20 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT <p align="center"><br></p> <p><img src="https://www.careia.org/resources/Pictures/BCO.21f346af-88e4-436d-91d5-1db1bc5a8959.png" alt="" title="" border="0">Whether you own 200 units or have no real estate experience, anyone who has an interest in investing in short or mid-term rentals are invited to attend our monthly STR subgroup meeting. Each month we will have an open forum to discuss all things short term rentals. This meeting will provide a great opportunity to network with experienced real estate investors from all over the Chicago land area. This event will be held on the 3rd Monday of each month.</p> <p>Want to learn more about CAREIA &amp; Real Estate Investing? Follow us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/ChicagoAreaREIA/).</p> <p>***************Disclaimer***************</p> <p>If you would like to reach our members in more ways than just networking and attending CAREIA sanctioned events, we have a great Vendor Membership program for you. Not only do you get to attend all of our meetings for free, but we will maximize your companies exposure by advertising extensively to our already large and growing membership base, show case you and your business at our general meetings, and, allow your company to sponsor workshops that can help our member's see what kind of value you bring to the table while building credibility for yourself. Please contact our Vendor Chairperson at our General Meeting or via E-mail for more information: vendors@careia.org</p> https://www.careia.org/event-6873034 https://www.careia.org/event-6873034 Mon, 26 Oct 2026 23:30:00 GMT <h4><img src="https://www.careia.org/resources/Pictures/Copilot_20260617_211407.png" alt="" title="" border="0"><br></h4> <p align="center"><strong>A Member's &amp; Non-Member's Event</strong></p> <p>Whether you own 200 units or have no real estate experience, anyone who has an interest in real estate investing is invited to attend our General Meeting. Each month a different speaker will share information on topics relating to the many aspects of investing in real estate and being a landlord. Our General Meetings provide a great opportunity to network with experienced real estate investors from all over the Chicago land area. We also have an extensive real estate library for our members to use. The General Meeting is held on the 2nd Monday of each month.</p> <p>Want to learn more about CAREIA &amp; Real Estate Investing? Follow us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/ChicagoAreaREIA/).</p> <p>***************Disclaimer***************</p> <p>If you would like to reach our members in more ways than just networking and attending CAREIA sanctioned events, we have a great Vendor Membership program for you. Not only do you get to attend all of our meetings for free, but we will maximize your companies exposure by advertising extensively to our already large and growing membership base, show case you and your business at our general meetings, and, allow your company to sponsor workshops that can help our member's see what kind of value you bring to the table while building credibility for yourself. Please contact our Vendor Chairperson at our General Meeting or via E-mail for more information: vendors@careia.org</p> https://www.careia.org/event-6811581 https://www.careia.org/event-6811581 Wed, 04 Nov 2026 06:00:00 GMT <p><img src="https://www.careia.org/resources/Pictures/Your%20paragraph%20text%20(8).png" alt="" title="" border="0"><br></p> https://www.careia.org/event-6873545 https://www.careia.org/event-6873545 Tue, 10 Nov 2026 00:45:00 GMT <p>Anyone who has an interest in real estate investing is invited to attend our General Meeting. Each month a different speaker will share information on topics relating to the many aspects of investing in real estate and being a landlord. Our General Meetings provide a great opportunity to network with experienced real estate investors from all over the Chicago land area. We also have an extensive real estate library for our members to use. The General Meeting is held on the 2nd Monday of each month.</p> <p>Want to learn more about CAREIA &amp; Real Estate Investing? Follow us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/ChicagoAreaREIA/).</p> <p>-----------------------AGENDA------------------------</p> <p>Structured Networking (A) at 6:45 - 7 p.m.</p> <p>Registration opens at 6:45 - 7:30 p.m.</p> <p>Doors open &amp; Refreshments at 7:00 p.m.</p> <p>Meeting Updates and Introductions at 7:00 - 7:05 p.m.</p> <p>Wants &amp; Needs Segment at 7:05 - 7:10 p.m.</p> <p>Vendor Spotlight at 7:10 - 7:20 p.m.</p> <p>Speaker Presentation and Q&amp;A at 7:20 - 8:05p.m.</p> <p>Closing Announcements at 8:05 - 8:10 p.m.</p> <p>Comment Card, Break, Networking 8:10-8:30</p> <p>Mentoring / Accountability Small Groups at 8:30 - 9:00 p.m.</p> <p>Event Ends at 9 p.m.</p> <p>-----------------------------------------------------</p> <p>Cost: Admission is $15.00 for non-members. Free for members. No children under 15-years old allowed at this event. Cash, Check or Credit Cards accepted. You can always become a member of CAREIA for just $99.00 a yr.</p> <p>New memberships can be accepted at this General Meeting. Cash, Check or Credit Cards accepted.</p> <p>FYI: We're a Not For Profit. We Educate You; We Don't Sell You.</p> <p>**Attention Vendors: No Product Literature or Business Cards are allowed at our General Meetings or Networking Nights.</p> <p>***************Disclaimer***************</p> <p>If you would like to reach our members in more ways than just networking and attending CAREIA sanctioned events, we have a great Vendor Membership program for you. Not only do you get to attend all of our meetings for free, but we will maximize your companies exposure by advertising extensively to our already large and growing membership base, show case you and your business at our general meetings, and, allow your company to sponsor workshops that can help our member's see what kind of value you bring to the table while building credibility for yourself. Please contact our Vendor Chairperson at our General Meeting or via E-mail for more information: vendors@careia.org</p> https://www.careia.org/event-6873025 https://www.careia.org/event-6873025 Tue, 17 Nov 2026 01:00:00 GMT <p align="center"><br></p> <p><img src="https://www.careia.org/resources/Pictures/BCO.21f346af-88e4-436d-91d5-1db1bc5a8959.png" alt="" title="" border="0">Whether you own 200 units or have no real estate experience, anyone who has an interest in investing in short or mid-term rentals are invited to attend our monthly STR subgroup meeting. Each month we will have an open forum to discuss all things short term rentals. This meeting will provide a great opportunity to network with experienced real estate investors from all over the Chicago land area. This event will be held on the 3rd Monday of each month.</p> <p>Want to learn more about CAREIA &amp; Real Estate Investing? Follow us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/ChicagoAreaREIA/).</p> <p>***************Disclaimer***************</p> <p>If you would like to reach our members in more ways than just networking and attending CAREIA sanctioned events, we have a great Vendor Membership program for you. Not only do you get to attend all of our meetings for free, but we will maximize your companies exposure by advertising extensively to our already large and growing membership base, show case you and your business at our general meetings, and, allow your company to sponsor workshops that can help our member's see what kind of value you bring to the table while building credibility for yourself. Please contact our Vendor Chairperson at our General Meeting or via E-mail for more information: vendors@careia.org</p> https://www.careia.org/event-6873031 https://www.careia.org/event-6873031 Tue, 24 Nov 2026 00:30:00 GMT <h4><img src="https://www.careia.org/resources/Pictures/Copilot_20260617_211407.png" alt="" title="" border="0"><br></h4> <p align="center"><strong>A Member's &amp; Non-Member's Event</strong></p> <p>Whether you own 200 units or have no real estate experience, anyone who has an interest in real estate investing is invited to attend our General Meeting. Each month a different speaker will share information on topics relating to the many aspects of investing in real estate and being a landlord. Our General Meetings provide a great opportunity to network with experienced real estate investors from all over the Chicago land area. We also have an extensive real estate library for our members to use. The General Meeting is held on the 2nd Monday of each month.</p> <p>Want to learn more about CAREIA &amp; Real Estate Investing? Follow us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/ChicagoAreaREIA/).</p> <p>***************Disclaimer***************</p> <p>If you would like to reach our members in more ways than just networking and attending CAREIA sanctioned events, we have a great Vendor Membership program for you. Not only do you get to attend all of our meetings for free, but we will maximize your companies exposure by advertising extensively to our already large and growing membership base, show case you and your business at our general meetings, and, allow your company to sponsor workshops that can help our member's see what kind of value you bring to the table while building credibility for yourself. Please contact our Vendor Chairperson at our General Meeting or via E-mail for more information: vendors@careia.org</p> https://www.careia.org/event-6873037 https://www.careia.org/event-6873037 Tue, 15 Dec 2026 00:45:00 GMT <p>Anyone who has an interest in real estate investing is invited to attend our General Meeting. Each month a different speaker will share information on topics relating to the many aspects of investing in real estate and being a landlord. Our General Meetings provide a great opportunity to network with experienced real estate investors from all over the Chicago land area. We also have an extensive real estate library for our members to use. The General Meeting is held on the 2nd Monday of each month.</p> <p>Want to learn more about CAREIA &amp; Real Estate Investing? Follow us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/ChicagoAreaREIA/).</p> <p>-----------------------AGENDA------------------------</p> <p>Structured Networking (A) at 6:45 - 7 p.m.</p> <p>Registration opens at 6:45 - 7:30 p.m.</p> <p>Doors open &amp; Refreshments at 7:00 p.m.</p> <p>Meeting Updates and Introductions at 7:00 - 7:05 p.m.</p> <p>Wants &amp; Needs Segment at 7:05 - 7:10 p.m.</p> <p>Vendor Spotlight at 7:10 - 7:20 p.m.</p> <p>Speaker Presentation and Q&amp;A at 7:20 - 8:05p.m.</p> <p>Closing Announcements at 8:05 - 8:10 p.m.</p> <p>Comment Card, Break, Networking 8:10-8:30</p> <p>Mentoring / Accountability Small Groups at 8:30 - 9:00 p.m.</p> <p>Event Ends at 9 p.m.</p> <p>-----------------------------------------------------</p> <p>Cost: Admission is $15.00 for non-members. Free for members. No children under 15-years old allowed at this event. Cash, Check or Credit Cards accepted. You can always become a member of CAREIA for just $99.00 a yr.</p> <p>New memberships can be accepted at this General Meeting. Cash, Check or Credit Cards accepted.</p> <p>FYI: We're a Not For Profit. We Educate You; We Don't Sell You.</p> <p>**Attention Vendors: No Product Literature or Business Cards are allowed at our General Meetings or Networking Nights.</p> <p>***************Disclaimer***************</p> <p>If you would like to reach our members in more ways than just networking and attending CAREIA sanctioned events, we have a great Vendor Membership program for you. Not only do you get to attend all of our meetings for free, but we will maximize your companies exposure by advertising extensively to our already large and growing membership base, show case you and your business at our general meetings, and, allow your company to sponsor workshops that can help our member's see what kind of value you bring to the table while building credibility for yourself. Please contact our Vendor Chairperson at our General Meeting or via E-mail for more information: vendors@careia.org</p> https://www.careia.org/event-6873029 https://www.careia.org/event-6873029 Tue, 22 Dec 2026 01:00:00 GMT <p align="center"><br></p> <p><img src="https://www.careia.org/resources/Pictures/BCO.21f346af-88e4-436d-91d5-1db1bc5a8959.png" alt="" title="" border="0">Whether you own 200 units or have no real estate experience, anyone who has an interest in investing in short or mid-term rentals are invited to attend our monthly STR subgroup meeting. Each month we will have an open forum to discuss all things short term rentals. This meeting will provide a great opportunity to network with experienced real estate investors from all over the Chicago land area. This event will be held on the 3rd Monday of each month.</p> <p>Want to learn more about CAREIA &amp; Real Estate Investing? Follow us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/ChicagoAreaREIA/).</p> <p>***************Disclaimer***************</p> <p>If you would like to reach our members in more ways than just networking and attending CAREIA sanctioned events, we have a great Vendor Membership program for you. Not only do you get to attend all of our meetings for free, but we will maximize your companies exposure by advertising extensively to our already large and growing membership base, show case you and your business at our general meetings, and, allow your company to sponsor workshops that can help our member's see what kind of value you bring to the table while building credibility for yourself. Please contact our Vendor Chairperson at our General Meeting or via E-mail for more information: vendors@careia.org</p> https://www.careia.org/event-6873033 https://www.careia.org/event-6873033 Tue, 29 Dec 2026 00:30:00 GMT <h4><img src="https://www.careia.org/resources/Pictures/Copilot_20260617_211407.png" alt="" title="" border="0"><br></h4> <p align="center"><strong>A Member's &amp; Non-Member's Event</strong></p> <p>Whether you own 200 units or have no real estate experience, anyone who has an interest in real estate investing is invited to attend our General Meeting. Each month a different speaker will share information on topics relating to the many aspects of investing in real estate and being a landlord. Our General Meetings provide a great opportunity to network with experienced real estate investors from all over the Chicago land area. We also have an extensive real estate library for our members to use. The General Meeting is held on the 2nd Monday of each month.</p> <p>Want to learn more about CAREIA &amp; Real Estate Investing? Follow us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/ChicagoAreaREIA/).</p> <p>***************Disclaimer***************</p> <p>If you would like to reach our members in more ways than just networking and attending CAREIA sanctioned events, we have a great Vendor Membership program for you. Not only do you get to attend all of our meetings for free, but we will maximize your companies exposure by advertising extensively to our already large and growing membership base, show case you and your business at our general meetings, and, allow your company to sponsor workshops that can help our member's see what kind of value you bring to the table while building credibility for yourself. Please contact our Vendor Chairperson at our General Meeting or via E-mail for more information: vendors@careia.org</p> https://www.careia.org/event-6873048 https://www.careia.org/event-6873048 Tue, 12 Jan 2027 00:45:00 GMT <p>Anyone who has an interest in real estate investing is invited to attend our General Meeting. Each month a different speaker will share information on topics relating to the many aspects of investing in real estate and being a landlord. Our General Meetings provide a great opportunity to network with experienced real estate investors from all over the Chicago land area. We also have an extensive real estate library for our members to use. The General Meeting is held on the 2nd Monday of each month.</p> <p>Want to learn more about CAREIA &amp; Real Estate Investing? Follow us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/ChicagoAreaREIA/).</p> <p>-----------------------AGENDA------------------------</p> <p>Structured Networking (A) at 6:45 - 7 p.m.</p> <p>Registration opens at 6:45 - 7:30 p.m.</p> <p>Doors open &amp; Refreshments at 7:00 p.m.</p> <p>Meeting Updates and Introductions at 7:00 - 7:05 p.m.</p> <p>Wants &amp; Needs Segment at 7:05 - 7:10 p.m.</p> <p>Vendor Spotlight at 7:10 - 7:20 p.m.</p> <p>Speaker Presentation and Q&amp;A at 7:20 - 8:05p.m.</p> <p>Closing Announcements at 8:05 - 8:10 p.m.</p> <p>Comment Card, Break, Networking 8:10-8:30</p> <p>Mentoring / Accountability Small Groups at 8:30 - 9:00 p.m.</p> <p>Event Ends at 9 p.m.</p> <p>-----------------------------------------------------</p> <p>Cost: Admission is $15.00 for non-members. Free for members. No children under 15-years old allowed at this event. Cash, Check or Credit Cards accepted. You can always become a member of CAREIA for just $99.00 a yr.</p> <p>New memberships can be accepted at this General Meeting. Cash, Check or Credit Cards accepted.</p> <p>FYI: We're a Not For Profit. We Educate You; We Don't Sell You.</p> <p>**Attention Vendors: No Product Literature or Business Cards are allowed at our General Meetings or Networking Nights.</p> <p>***************Disclaimer***************</p> <p>If you would like to reach our members in more ways than just networking and attending CAREIA sanctioned events, we have a great Vendor Membership program for you. Not only do you get to attend all of our meetings for free, but we will maximize your companies exposure by advertising extensively to our already large and growing membership base, show case you and your business at our general meetings, and, allow your company to sponsor workshops that can help our member's see what kind of value you bring to the table while building credibility for yourself. Please contact our Vendor Chairperson at our General Meeting or via E-mail for more information: vendors@careia.org</p> https://www.careia.org/event-6873027 https://www.careia.org/event-6873027 Tue, 09 Feb 2027 00:45:00 GMT <p><br></p> <p>Anyone who has an interest in real estate investing is invited to attend our General Meeting. Each month a different speaker will share information on topics relating to the many aspects of investing in real estate and being a landlord. Our General Meetings provide a great opportunity to network with experienced real estate investors from all over the Chicago land area. We also have an extensive real estate library for our members to use. The General Meeting is held on the 2nd Monday of each month.</p> <p>Want to learn more about CAREIA &amp; Real Estate Investing? Follow us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/ChicagoAreaREIA/).</p> <p>-----------------------AGENDA------------------------</p> <p>Structured Networking (A) at 6:45 - 7 p.m.</p> <p>Registration opens at 6:45 - 7:30 p.m.</p> <p>Doors open &amp; Refreshments at 7:00 p.m.</p> <p>Meeting Updates and Introductions at 7:00 - 7:05 p.m.</p> <p>Wants &amp; Needs Segment at 7:05 - 7:10 p.m.</p> <p>Vendor Spotlight at 7:10 - 7:20 p.m.</p> <p>Speaker Presentation and Q&amp;A at 7:20 - 8:05p.m.</p> <p>Closing Announcements at 8:05 - 8:10 p.m.</p> <p>Comment Card, Break, Networking 8:10-8:30</p> <p>Mentoring / Accountability Small Groups at 8:30 - 9:00 p.m.</p> <p>Event Ends at 9 p.m.</p> <p>-----------------------------------------------------</p> <p>Cost: Admission is $15.00 for non-members. Free for members. No children under 15-years old allowed at this event. Cash, Check or Credit Cards accepted. You can always become a member of CAREIA for just $99.00 a yr.</p> <p>New memberships can be accepted at this General Meeting. Cash, Check or Credit Cards accepted.</p> <p>FYI: We're a Not For Profit. We Educate You; We Don't Sell You.</p> <p>**Attention Vendors: No Product Literature or Business Cards are allowed at our General Meetings or Networking Nights.</p> <p>***************Disclaimer***************</p> <p>If you would like to reach our members in more ways than just networking and attending CAREIA sanctioned events, we have a great Vendor Membership program for you. Not only do you get to attend all of our meetings for free, but we will maximize your companies exposure by advertising extensively to our already large and growing membership base, show case you and your business at our general meetings, and, allow your company to sponsor workshops that can help our member's see what kind of value you bring to the table while building credibility for yourself. Please contact our Vendor Chairperson at our General Meeting or via E-mail for more information: vendors@careia.org</p> https://www.careia.org/event-6873030 https://www.careia.org/event-6873030