How a group of Central Valley real estate investors built the region's most active REI community.
The Stockton REI Network started in 2020 with a simple idea: bring together real estate investors in the Central Valley who were tired of generic, one-size-fits-all investing advice. The Bay Area dominates California real estate conversations, but the Central Valley — with its affordability, cap rates, and growth potential — is where smart investors are actually building wealth.
What began as a handful of landlords meeting at a coffee shop has grown into a community of 287+ members across Stockton, Sacramento, Tracy, Modesto, Manteca, Lodi, Lathrop, and Galt. We've hosted 37 events, maintained a 4.9-star rating, and most importantly, helped our members close real deals, find reliable contractors, and navigate California's complex landlord-tenant laws.
This isn't a guru pitch. There's no $997 course at the end. We're a community of active investors who learn from each other — over coffee, at quarterly meetups, and through the relationships we build along the way.
Rachid is a Sacramento-based real estate investor and technology entrepreneur. He self-manages a portfolio of rental properties in the Central Valley and understands firsthand the challenges that independent landlords face — from tenant screening and compliance to maintenance and rent collection.
As the founder of LeaseBase, a property management platform built for self-managing landlords, Rachid combines hands-on investing experience with deep technology expertise. He took over leadership of the Stockton REI Network to ensure the community continues to thrive and grow — with consistent events, quality content, and a focus on actionable investing knowledge.
Real-world investing knowledge from people who actually own properties — not internet gurus selling courses.
Stockton and the Central Valley have unique market dynamics. We focus on what works here, not generic national advice.
We celebrate members who close deals, not just those who talk about them. Our community is built on execution.
Here's why experienced investors are paying attention to our market.
Median home prices in Stockton are a fraction of San Francisco and San Jose. That means higher cash-on-cash returns and lower barriers to entry for new investors.
Workers priced out of the Bay Area are moving to the Central Valley, driving consistent rental demand in Stockton, Tracy, Manteca, and Lathrop.
Multifamily properties in San Joaquin County regularly trade at 6-8% cap rates — well above coastal California markets.
ACE Rail expansion, highway improvements, and new commercial development are driving long-term appreciation across the region.