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Main Meeting: Turn Smart Taxes into Bigger Profits

with... Ryan Bakke

And even bigger influence!

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
DoubleTree Brookfield
18155 W Bluemound Rd Brookfield, WI 53045

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Where Smart Tax Strategy Meets Real Estate Visibility and Growth

In today’s real estate environment, the difference between growth and stagnation often comes down to two things: how much money you keep and how visible you are to the right people. This meeting focuses on both.

You’ll learn why tax strategy is not something to “figure out later,” but a critical part of building long-term wealth—and how small shifts can have a major impact on your bottom line. At the same time, you’ll discover how personal branding and online marketing directly influence deal flow, credibility, and opportunities in today’s market.

This session will show you how to keep more of your profits, position yourself as a trusted authority, and create consistent visibility that attracts clients, partners, and opportunities. These are strategies that affect every deal you do and every decision you make.

 

 

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If you care about protecting your income, strengthening your brand, and setting your business up for sustainable growth,
this is a meeting you can’t afford to skip!

 

 

Mke Reia Contractor Corner

Your most valuable asset isn’t always the property; often, it’s the crew working on it. A reliable contractor protects your timeline and your profit margins. Twice a year, we pause to crowdsource the most trusted labor in Milwaukee to help our members scale with less friction.

 

How to Participate:

  • Bring Your List: Come prepared with a list of the active, reliable contractors you currently use and trust.

  • The Reward: Every member who submits their list is entered to win a $200 cash prize.

  • The Exclusive Benefit: By contributing, you gain access to the compiled Master List of vetted professionals provided by your peers.

Note: The Master List is only distributed to those who attend and contribute.

 

 

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Share your Haves & Wants

Do you have a property for sale? Are you looking for a contractor or lender? Come share what you have and ask for what you want. This is your opportunity to connect with vendors or other members that may have the solution to what you are looking for. 

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Beer Sponsor: State Farm

Based in Germantown, this full-service State Farm agency serves WI and IL. Specializing in commercial and rental property insurance, their licensed team also covers home, auto, life, and health. They provide expert, experience-driven plans to protect what matters most.

 


Meet Ryan Bekke

Ryan Bakke, CPA, is a real estate tax strategist, investor, and entrepreneur whose mission is to help families transform their financial future by mastering the tax code.

As a licensed CPA in Illinois, Ryan works with more than 400 real estate investors each year, saving them tens of thousands in taxes by leveraging strategies such as cost segregation, entity structuring, and short-term rental planning. Having earned over a million dollars in active income by age 25, Ryan has built his career around aligning passion with profit, emphasizing the true value of time, and creating generational wealth.

Beyond his technical expertise, Ryan is a Christian servant leader who values mentorship, relationships, and disciplined living—principles that continue to fuel both his professional success and his commitment to helping others change their family tree.

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Meeting Agenda

5:45 - 6:00 pm   Check-in
6:00 - 6:45 pm   Mini Vendor Tradeshow +                                            Networking
6:45 - 7:00 pm   Haves & Wants
7:00 - 8:30 pm   Featured Presentation

Location

DoubleTree Milwaukee - Brookfield
18155 W Bluemound Rd
Brookfield, WI 53045

How to Attend

Click on the button below to register if you would like to attend. 

Guest - if this is your first REIA meeting, you can print a FREE Guest pass below. If you have already attended an event in the past, the door fee is $30.  


Members:
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Non-Members:
$30.00
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Date:  Tuesday, April 14, 2026
Time:  6:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Location:
DoubleTree Brookfield
18155 W Bluemound Rd
Brookfield, WI 53045

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