Business Details
23 Years
experience
Your Premier Source for Real Estate Investing Education & Networking
SWFL REIA is a premier organization dedicated to empowering real estate investors through education, networking, and data-driven market analysis. Founded in 2003, we prioritize collaborative learning without selling information products, ensuring our members gain actionable insights from industry experts. Our meetings feature in-depth discussions on market cycles, investment strategies, and trend analysis, led by seasoned professionals with decades of experience. We serve as a trusted resource for housing market data, offering members access to exclusive networking opportunities and practical knowledge to enhance profitability. Our diverse membership includes investors, agents, lenders, and property managers committed to mutual growth.Through bi-monthly general meetings and luncheons, we foster connections that drive deal-making and professional development. Our team combines military discipline, local market expertise, and a commitment to transparency, ensuring members receive reliable guidance tailored to Southwest Florida's dynamic real estate landscape. We emphasize practical education over theoretical concepts, focusing on real-world applications for investors at all experience levels. Our leadership includes recognized experts who contribute to national media outlets, reinforcing our reputation as industry thought leaders. By maintaining a member-centric approach, we ensure our community remains at the forefront of market trends and investment opportunities.
Services
General Meetings
Monthly Luncheons
Online Webinars
Market Analysis
Property Listings
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- Content-rich meetings without information product sales
- Data-driven housing market analysis from industry experts
- Diverse membership network spanning investment specialties
- Bi-monthly educational events with recognized market leaders
- Proven track record since 2003 with military-grade discipline
Services
General Meetings
Monthly evening events featuring expert speakers on real estate investment topics. Attendees participate in mastermind sessions and network with professionals. Held at Three Fishermen Seafood Restaurant in Fort Myers. Members attend free; non-members pay $45. Meetings include market analysis presentations and deal engineering discussions.
Monthly Luncheons
Bi-monthly noon meetings combining education and networking. Topics focus on market corrections and recovery patterns. Includes lunch and presentations by industry experts. Members attend free; non-members pay $25. Events emphasize practical investment strategies and market timing techniques.
Online Webinars
Remote access to educational content via Zoom. Features mortgage market analysis and investment strategy discussions. Led by industry professionals like Dawn Houser from American Eagle Mortgage. Provides flexible learning options for members unable to attend in-person events.
Market Analysis
Comprehensive housing market trend reporting and foreclosure data analysis. Provides members with actionable insights through regular updates and special reports. Focuses on identifying investment opportunities through chart analysis and cycle recognition techniques.
Networking Events
Structured opportunities for real estate professionals to build relationships. Includes pre-meeting networking sessions and collaborative discussions. Facilitates deal-making between investors, lenders, and service providers across Southwest Florida's real estate market.
People
Jeff Tumbarello
Director
25+ years real estate experience, former Marine Corps infantryman, co-founder of SWFL REIA in 2003. Expert in market analytics and product modeling for capital markets. Regular media contributor to Bloomberg, Wall Street Journal, and local news outlets.
Mike Lyons
Director
Real estate investor since 2001 with expertise in property management and market data analysis. Oversees hundreds of properties across Lee County. Licensed real estate agent and community association manager with Florida Gulf Coast University MBA.
Cristina Tumbarello
Membership Director
Real estate professional since the 1990s with experience in investment and brokerage. Manages membership operations and coordinates member services. Co-owner of Steelbridge Realty LLC with extensive local market knowledge.
Kayla Oquendo
Event Administrative Assistant
Property management professional since 2011 with responsibility for membership coordination and event organization. Manages tenant relations and maintenance operations for Lyons Real Estate Inc. in Lehigh Acres.
Questions
What types of real estate professionals join SWFL REIA?
Our membership includes investors, agents, lenders, property managers, wholesalers, and industry specialists across Southwest Florida.
How often do educational meetings occur?
We host general meetings monthly and luncheons bi-monthly with rotating educational topics and expert speakers.
Are there networking opportunities for new investors?
Yes, we provide structured networking sessions and collaborative discussions for investors at all experience levels.
What market analysis resources are available?
Members receive regular housing market updates, foreclosure data, and trend analysis reports based on local market cycles.
Can non-members attend events?
Non-members may attend for $25–$45 per event, but full benefits require membership enrollment.
