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Where Strategy Meets Systems.
In A Market Defined By Change, Success Isn’t About Surviving—It’s About Thriving.
The 2026 Midwest Real Estate Investor Conference (MREIC) empowers real estate investors and housing providers to strengthen operations, embrace innovation, and apply smart systems that turn market shifts into opportunities.
Through forward-focused education, expert insights, and peer collaboration, MREIC equips investors to achieve sustainable growth, operational resilience, and long-term success no matter what the market brings next.
Who Attends MREIC
MREIC brings together real estate investors, housing providers and industry professionals from across the Midwest—from those getting oriented to the fundamentals, to those actively managing portfolios and adapting strategies in a changing market.
Attendees come to learn, ask better questions, compare approaches, and understand how today’s market conditions affect real-world investing decisions.
MREIC is designed for people who want to think more clearly about their next moves.
This Conference Is for You if You Are:
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An active real estate investor or housing provider who wants clearer direction in today’s market.
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Building or managing a portfolio and need to pressure-test your strategy against current economic conditions, policy shifts, financing realities, and regional market trends.
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Early- to mid-stage in your investing journey and looking to move beyond surface-level education toward more confident, informed decision-making.
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An experienced investor or operator who wants nuance, data, and real-world perspectives to adapt.
What You'll Walk Away With
Build a strategy that holds up under pressure—with systems you can actually implement.
Experts Defining What's Next
Actionable Insights from Top Industry Authorities
The AI Ultimatum: Keynote with Steve Brown
Steve Brown is a leading AI futurist, entrepreneur, and best-selling author who helps leaders turn AI disruption into competitive advantage.
In an industry facing radical transformation, learn how to build a winning AI strategy that fuels innovation and drives growth. Steve delivers the practical, forward-looking strategies real estate investors need to leverage intelligent machines and position their portfolios for the next decade of success.
AI Futurist and Former Executive at Google DeepMind & Intel
The Trusted Forecast: 2026 Economic Outlook
Dr. Paul Isely delivers the trusted economic analysis crucial for navigating today's unpredictable real estate market. His insights provide essential data on regional trends that empower investors to manage risk, find opportunities, and strategically build long-term stability and resilience amid market uncertainty.
West Michigan's Leading Economic Voice and Associate Dean, GVSU
By the Numbers
2
Days
Of Focused Strategy
10+
Experts
Delivering Valuable Insight
16+
Hours
Of Actionable Education
300+
Networking
Connections Made
What We’re Focused on in 2026
Six focus areas guiding the conference agenda.
SMART SYSTEMS & AI INTEGRATION
MARKET OUTLOOK & ECONOMIC DATA
OPERATIONAL RISK & COMPLIANCE
CAPITAL & ACQUISITIONS STRATEGY
SUSTAINABLE GROWTH & SCALING
PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT
Hosted in the Heart of Grand Rapids
MREIC 2026 is hosted at DeVos Place in the heart of downtown Grand Rapids. The venue offers state-of-the-art facilities and is centrally located, providing seamless access to high-end dining, entertainment, and hotel options for your two-day strategic commitment.
303 Monroe Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
The Industry Voice You Trust
MREIC is Proudly Hosted by The Real Property Owners Association of Michigan (RPOAM).
The Rental Property Owners Association of Michigan (RPOAM) is the state’s leading voice for real estate investors and housing providers. With more than five decades of proven impact, RPOAM has grown to become Michigan's largest—and one of the nation’s most respected—real estate investor associations, driving member success through leadership, education, and advocacy.