Our seminars are inexpensive and informative, designed to provide solid information -- not just an appetizer, but the full meal. Our Association succeeds by helping our members succeed.

Most seminars are three hours in length, and costs begin at $35 for members. Non-members pay slightly more.

"save money, make money"

Our instructor is Mel Withrow, a long time member and supporter of this organization. He has been a real estate investor for 30 years and is a Registered Professional Engineer and a Real Estate Broker. He currently manages his own residential rental units.

Since Mel started investing in real estate he has owned single family, 2-4 units and large apartment buildings. During the years managing and maintaining these investments he has learned many money saving ways to maintain property to save money and still keep your investment in top condition. His presentation will include practical ways to handle problems with tenants, to retain tenants, to keep your units full and get top rents. We are fortunate to have someone with this vast experience to share his expertise and experience.

WHAT YOU DON’T KNOW CAN COST YOU BIG $$$$$$

Burt Hurley, owner of Country Company Insurance will present some of the insurance issues for rental properties that you may not have been aware of.

LEGAL INFORMATION YOU NEED TO MANAGE YOUR REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT

Ken Suskin has been a practicing attorney in Libertyville for many years. Ken started his career working for the IRS, and now specializes in real estate. Have you wondered about LLCs, Incorporating, land trusts, Starkers, how to hold title, how difficult is eviction? You will enjoy this fast paced seminar.

"rental property management"

Mel Metts, landlord since 1985, Realtor in Lake County since 1997, author of Do it Yourself Evictions. A long time LCPIA board member, Mel teaches you how to remain in control of your investment by selecting the best tenants and managing for maximum return. You are not Lord of Your Land, but you are not helpless either. Within the law, you have the authority and responsibility to manage all aspects of your rental business.

August 19, 2008

February 21, 2009

June 15, 2010

"legal aspects of landlording

how to manage your properties legally and ethically"

Mel Metts, landlord since 1985, Realtor in Lake County since 1997, author of Do it Yourself Evictions. A long time LCPIA board member, Mel teaches you the intricacies of landlord-tenant law and how to remain in compliance. Get over the idea that you are the Lord of Your Land. This attitude will lead to unimaginable grief and frustration.

July 29, 2008

February 21, 2009

September 21, 2010

"PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

How to maintain and repair your properties and save hundreds, maybe thousands of dollars."

Our instructor will be Mel Withrow, a long time member and supporter of this organization. He has been a real estate investor for 30 years. He is a Registered Professional Engineer and a Real Estate Broker. He is certified by EPA to handle refrigeration. His experience includes managing engineering, construction and maintenance activities for manufacturing engineering and real estate organizations. He currently manages his own residential rental units.

Since Mel started investing in real estate he has owned single family, 2-4 units and large apartment buildings. During the years managing and maintaining these investments he has learned many money saving ways to maintain property to save money and still keep your investment in top condition. His presentation will include practical ways to handle problems with plumbing, electrical and air conditioning. These are some of our most expensive repairs. We are fortunate to have someone with this vast experience to share his expertise and experience.

Plan to attend this "hands on" seminar to get practical advice you can start using to save money.

October 18, 2008

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"finding the best buys in the real estate market today"

Florene Darr, REALTOR, has been a full time, full service Realtor since 1982, She is a state licensed instructor for real estate pre-licensing, teaches investment courses for adult education for Libertyville, Mundelein, Vernon Hills, has been on staff at the College of Lake County. She owns investment property and has helped
many investors purchase their property.

May 20, 2008

April 28, 2009

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Regardless of where you are in your real estate investment career this seminar is a “Don’t Miss for You.” You have heard that ‘success leaves clues’, this is your opportunity to get clues for your success from these two successful real estate investors.

In approximately ten years Ken Bowen bought 100 + units. He is a full time manager of his rental properties. Find out from him how it is possible to quit your job and become your own boss in real estate. Ken and his wife have made real estate investing a family owned successful business.

"bits and pieces: what i've learned over the past 38 years as a full-time creative real estate investor"

Ed Shumaker is a long time member of LCIPA. He is an author, instructor of real estate classes and a speaker. Ed has many years of successful real estate investing and is willing to share some of the things he has learned along the way. He is knowledgeable in all aspects of property investment. He will be sharing with us how you can get the most from your real estate investment in the rental market and when you are ready to sell.

August 15, 2009

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"property management tips to 

plug profitability leaks"

The seminar facilitator, Mark Stodola, utilizes the financial and analytical perspectives he acquired as a Certified Public Accountant, Chartered Property/Casualty Underwriter, and Certified Purchasing Manager. He is currently a licensed real estate broker, is the Treasurer of the Deer Creek Homeowners Association, and is President of the LCPIA. Mark is an agent for Koenig & Strey GMAC Real Estate and Co-owner of "Maintenance Free Property Management, LLC," a property management company that primarily serves owners of individual units.

October 20, 2009

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