April 2026 Meeting Recap

April 08, 2026 | Camille Duke (Administrator)

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April 2026 Meeting Recap
Education · Networking · Real Estate Investing

What a night at this month's TIN meeting! Whether you were in the room or couldn't make it, here's everything you need to know — plus a look ahead at what's coming next.

We had a packed agenda with two outstanding guest speakers, a deep dive into real estate math with Mark, member success stories, and an upcoming seminar you won't want to miss. Read on for the full recap.

Guest Speakers

1. Curt Stralow

Air Control Heating & Cooling · Gold Sponsor

With Tallahassee summers around the corner, Curt reminded us that your HVAC system is one of the first things tenants notice — and one of the first things that can kill a deal or a rental relationship. He shared practical, investor-focused advice on how to get ahead of the heat before it becomes an expensive emergency.

• Schedule preventative maintenance now — before the summer rush drives up wait times and prices
• Air Control offers investor-friendly pricing and fast turnaround for rehab and rental properties
• Licensed, insured, and a trusted TIN vendor partner — they know what investors need

850-562-1234 | AirControlHeatingandCooling.com
Sponsored by Air Control

2. Mike Copeland

Haul and Order LLC

Mike brought before-and-after photos from a recent property cleanout — and they stopped the room. We're talking packed closets transformed into clear, show-ready spaces, buried hardwood floors uncovered, and cluttered porches turned into functional outdoor living areas. If a property looks like a problem, Mike makes it look like an opportunity.

• Full-property cleanouts for inherited homes, foreclosures, pre-rehab, and tenant move-outs
• From chaos to cash-ready — one room at a time
• Fast, professional service trusted by Tallahassee investors

(850) 597-4712 | HaulandOrderfl.com
Sponsored by Haul and Order

Member Education

Real Estate Math with Mark

It's not just about the cash flow

Mark walked us through one of the most important — and most misunderstood — topics in real estate investing: the full picture behind the numbers. Cash flow is just the beginning.

Interest rates matter more than most investors realize. The cost of financing a property dramatically changes your actual return — even if the rent looks great on paper.

Inflation is your silent partner. Understanding how inflation erodes debt and builds equity over time changes how you think about leveraged investing.

Cash buys vs. financed deals. Each strategy has advantages and trade-offs depending on your goals — Mark broke down when each makes sense.

The deal that looks best on paper isn't always the best deal for your portfolio. Know your full math before you sign.

Tallahassee Market Snapshot · Spring 2026

Buyer demand is growing — but strategy now beats speed. The hottest segment is under $300K, while growth is expanding beyond Leon County into Wakulla and surrounding areas. Interest rates remain the single biggest variable to watch.

Sources: Redfin, Zillow, Feb–Mar 2026.

“If you don't find a way to make money while you sleep, you will work until you die.”
— Warren Buffett

Network in Action

The Deal Closes — Adrian & Crit Smith
Mark connected Adrian with Dr. Harris Green and Crit Smith at Smith, Thompson, Shaw, Colon & Power, P.A. — a TIN relationship that turned into a closed deal. This is exactly what the network is built for.
Sponsored by Smith, Thompson, Shaw, Colon, and Power

The Handoff — Mark & Dr. Harris Green
Mark and Dr Harris Green — real estate investing.
Sponsored by Liberty Compact

Referrals Pay — Even Your Barber
Cory (Mark's barber) referred a deal — and got paid cash for it. Referrals work both ways. Everyone wins when you build a community of givers.
Sponsored by The Little Red Barbershop

Upcoming Event

John Schaub & Pete Fortunato Seminar
April 18–19 · Tampa, FL · 9am–5pm each day
Topics: inflation, financing strategies, exit strategies, tax minimization, and more.
$595 per person · Register at JohnSchaub.com

Save the Date

Next TIN Meeting: May 4th
Bring a friend who's curious about real estate investing.
The more the merrier — and your network is your net worth.

Tallahassee Investors Network | Tallahassee, Florida | Contact: [email protected]

Join us at John Schaub and Pete Fortunato's Seminar - April 18 & 19 in Tampa

March 23, 2026 | Camille Duke (Administrator)

John Schaub and Pete Fortunato present:

What Should I Do Now?

A new in-person seminar to get you ready for whatever comes!

April 18th & 19th
9am – 5pm each day
Saturday Q&A after class
Tampa FL
$595.00

Go to www.JohnSchaub.com to register

• what rules & regulations have changed?
• what changes are likely to come?
• should I control/acquire more property(s)?
• should I leverage?
• how much?
• debt or equity?
• should I self-manage tenants?
• should I reduce or eliminate debt?
• should I diversify?
• different properties/location?
• lend/carry/purchase paper?
• security(s)?
• should I pursue non financial paper?
• Should I gift to the next generation?

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