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Winning as a Real Estate Problem Solver EVERETT & ZOOM Mar 2026
Saturday, March 14, 2026, 9:30 AM PDT
Category: Events

 ** NEW LOCATION FOR EVERETT GROUP** 

Where: IN Person at Denny's Everett & ZOOM
         132 128th St SW, Everett, WA 98204
Right off I-5, Next the Freeway, off 128th Exit
   

Meeting Starts: 9:30am

Snohomish County Satellite Meeting!! in Everett & Zoom
On the Second Saturdays at 9:30 AM

REAPS Members Free 
Guests: $30 PreRegister, $35 at the Door

OUR GUEST SPEAKER:  Our Brian Blessing! 

Brian Blessing      
  Fellow REAPS Member            
WINNING INSIGHTS of a Real Estate Problem Solver
 

Going from a Mobile Home to Mobile Home Parks – A Full-Circle Real Estate Investor Story

 ---  But that’s Just the Start of it!  ---  

Brian’s investing journey spans it all residential — from basic single mobile homes to entire mobile home parks, solid multifamily properties, and yes… even single-family flips to keep things interesting. He also does private lending.  He’s also built homes from the ground up, proving there’s no “one lane” to long-term investing success.

Brian started investing back in 2004, found REAPS in his early twenties, and has been an active member ever since.

Over the years, he’s refined a practical, no-nonsense approach built around seller financing, strong relationships, negotiating, and fast, confident deal math.

He’s invested in:
Multifamily - mostly
Mobile homes
Mobile home parks
New construction
Single-family flips
Private Money Loans
 

But what really sets Brian apart is how he thinks about investing.

At this meeting, Brian may share:

  • What he looks for beyond the numbers
  • How relationships shape his best deals
  • The quick-math filters he uses to say yes or no fast
  • The lessons learned across multiple asset classes
  • How Relentless determination makes a big difference
  • Problem Solving that sets him apart

And the full-circle moment?
Brian has now purchased the very mobile home park he grew up in — a powerful example of patience, consistency, and long-term vision paying off.

Even if you’ve been investing for a while (or want to level up how you analyze and structure deals), this is a session you don’t want to miss.

Brian is known for casually dropping “nuggets of gold” that change how you think about investing.

Real-world lessons from 20+ years in the game

Come hear from an accomplished pro.
Come ask your questions.
Come learn how Brian built the success he has today!

Come hear his sage advice!

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NEW LOCATION:
At Denny's Everett meeting room
Saturday  9:30am  Mar 14th
Everett or ZOOM
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 ~Two experienced investors have volunteered to co-lead the Everett group!
Thomas Howell, Tax Professional
Scott Hildebrand, Lawyer

 

About Our Moderators....

 Tom Howell

Revest Strategies is Tom's real estate investment, training, and lending company. He is working on building a lease-option company that will operate in several Western states.  He is a big George Antone student and teach his systems to my clients.  He broker loans, mostly through Civic Financial.  He  also partners with students through joint ventures, partnerships, or private lending.

 ABOUT SCOTT HILDEBRAND- OUR NEW Co-HOST Attorney at Law  Scott has always been passionate about helping people. After providing counsel for nearly 14 years to the Master Builders Association, he started his own law practice in order to guide individuals and small businesses in the Seattle area when they need it the most. His experience in real estate, construction, and contract law allows him to translate complicated legal jargon into understandable language and actionable goals for every one of his clients. Whether you need to execute an eviction, understand a business contract, or respond to allegations made against you and your business, Scott will listen to your story and provide you with options to help you move toward resolution.

John Murphy 

Back up CoHost Mortgage Broker/Banker for over 20 years, Owner of Pacific One Mortgage a division of Bay Equity Home Loans, MBA graduate of UW class of 92, Real Estate Investor for over 30 Years. Owns rental homes; partner in a multi-unit housing development , Husband, father, bike rider, disc golf player, avid reader; loves travel and adventure 

REAPS Members Free 

Guests: $30 PreRegister, $35 At the Door

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