Gateway to Freedom 2026 | Real Estate Investor Conference
Real Estate Investor Conference · St. Louis, MO · Oct 23–24, 2026
Gateway to Freedom 2026
The Premier Real Estate Investor Event of the Year
The biggest Real Estate Investing Conference in the Midwest is back — St. Louis, October 23–24, 2026. Learn wholesaling, creative finance, subject-to, BRRRR, multifamily syndication & more from the nation's top investors LIVE.
Whether you're a brand-new investor or already doing 7-figure deals, there's always a next level — and the right room can get you there faster than anything else. Does any of this sound familiar?
"I close deals, but I'm still exhausted and not as profitable as I should be."
"I don't have a real system — everything depends on me showing up every day."
"Sellers can tell I need the deal more than they do. It kills my negotiating power."
"I want to scale, but I don't know what to build first or who to trust."
"I'm leaving money on the table because I don't know how to position myself as the trusted expert."
"I've been to events before — and left with notebooks full of notes but no real change."
Real Estate Investor · Coach · Creator of the Trusted Investor Framework
Rich Groves is a real estate investor since 2005 based in St. Louis, MO. He wears many hats — balancing his corporate trainer role at a major law firm while running Metro STL Homes, LLC, where he does assignments/wholesaling, buy & hold long-term rentals, and fix & flips.
Rich has been hosting real estate investor meetups in St. Louis since 2017, offering valuable insights to new and experienced investors alike. He is dedicated to highlighting the real estate investment potential in the metro St. Louis area — and bringing together the nation's top investors to help you grow.
Gateway to Freedom is his flagship annual conference — now in its 4th year — and 2026 promises to be the biggest, best, and most value-packed event yet. Rich brings together world-class speakers and a community of serious investors all under one roof.
Top experts cover the full spectrum of REI strategies — practical, actionable, and drawn from real deals being done right now.
01
Wholesaling & Assignments
Learn how to find deeply discounted properties, lock them up with a contract, and assign them to cash buyers — without using your own money or credit.
02
Creative Finance & Subject-To
Master subject-to, seller finance, novations, and lease options — strategies that let you acquire properties without traditional bank financing.
03
Rehabbing & Fix & Flips
From finding the right properties to managing contractors and maximizing ARV — get the systems to flip houses profitably and consistently.
04
BRRRR Method & Buy & Hold
Build a rental portfolio that generates passive cash flow using the Buy, Rehab, Rent, Refinance, Repeat strategy — and keep your capital working for you.
05
Multifamily & Syndication
Scale beyond single-family — learn how to underwrite, acquire, and operate multifamily properties and raise capital through real estate syndication.
06
Networking & Deal-Making
The room is filled with active investors, private lenders, wholesalers, and JV partners. Build the relationships that will fund and fuel your next deal.
The Trusted Investor is Rich's signature framework — built for real estate investors who are ready to stop operating from desperation and start building a business that works through trust, relationships, and genuine service.
Help sellers solve their problem — even if you don't get the deal
Build a reputation that generates organic referrals and inbound leads
Negotiate from a position of strength — not desperation
Build long-term relationships that pay dividends for years
Be the investor sellers remember, refer, and come back to
The Trusted Investor Difference
Relationship-first approach to every seller conversation
Help even when there's no deal on the table
Word-of-mouth becomes your #1 lead source
Sellers trust you before negotiations even start
Build a portfolio AND a business with staying power
Freedom — financial and time — becomes the natural result
Building on the past three incredible events, the 2026 conference promises to be even bigger, better, and packed with more value than anyone has ever seen.
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Official Conference Description
Network with like-minded individuals and learn from top real estate investors as you grow in your real estate investing journey. Whether you're new or doing 7-figure deals — this is the one event you cannot miss in 2026.
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Learn from some of the top real estate investors in the country, network with like-minded individuals, and build your success team with our trusted vendors and sponsors.
LIVE in St. Louis, October 23–24, 2026. Learn wholesaling, creative finance, subject-to, BRRRR, multifamily & more from investors actively doing 7-figure deals — right now.
The investors who show up to Gateway to Freedom stop waiting for the "right time" and start building the business and life they actually want. That's you. We'll see you October 23–24 at Hollywood Casino & Hotel in St. Louis.
Every month, Rich hosts a free in-person Gateway to Freedom Meetup in St. Louis. Come meet the community, hear from active investors, and see if this is the right room for you — zero cost, zero pressure.
Gateway to Freedom is designed for real estate investors at any stage — whether you've done 1 deal or 100. If you're looking to build a more sustainable, relationship-driven investing business and create real financial freedom, this event is for you.
Where is the event being held?
The event will be held in St. Louis, MO in October 23–24, 2026. The exact venue will be announced to ticket holders once finalized.
What if I can't make it in person?
Post-event recording access is included with all ticket tiers. We also encourage you to join one of Rich's free monthly meetups or twice-monthly Zoom calls to stay connected with the community.
Is there a money-back guarantee?
Yes. If you're not completely satisfied with the value of the Gateway to Freedom Conference, contact our team within 30 days of the event and we'll make it right.
What is the Trusted Investor Framework?
The Trusted Investor is Rich Groves' proprietary framework for real estate investors — inspired by the "Trusted Advisor" business consulting model. It teaches investors how to build genuine seller relationships based on helping first, rather than chasing deals from desperation. The result: more referrals, better deals, and a business with true staying power.
Can I upgrade my ticket after purchasing?
Absolutely. Contact our team at and we'll apply your original payment toward the higher tier. Upgrades are subject to availability.
