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State the name of your company & description JACQUELINE REGIST "We are on this Earth for a short time so therefore I want to give it my best shot and make a positive difference." My company's name is MJ Investing and we invest in real estate using a buy and hold strategy. What problems were you facing before joining REIA NYC / WISE I had bought a real estate program with the intention of investing in real estate, Although the information was overwhelming and I didn't have a clear direction as to how to really invest in real estate, I was determined to purchase real estate. It is said that 97% of all people who purchase real estate educational programs never take advantage of them. I didn't want to become part of that statistic. After seeking out and becoming a member of REIA NYC, I received clarity on how to focus on an investment strategy and how to identify markets to invest in. I not only received education, but equally as important, I received support and encouragement from the community of like minded people.