Why Real Estate Agents Avoid Investors
February 9, 2026 | 3 Minute Read I get it. We are bottom feeders. Investors want agents to submit a hundred offers a week at half the asking price, add all these contingencies, and then renegotiate the price after inspection. Real estate investors and real estate agents should be natural allies. Investors bring repeat business, […]
When a $32B Real Estate Hedge Fund Calls Me
February 9, 2026 | 3 Minute Read The past few weeks have brought an unexpected opportunity. A hedge fund reached out to see if I would be interested in listing their properties in Birmingham. Any agent knows how difficult it is to secure listings. You market, build community relationships, network endlessly, and hope the effort […]
My Seven Housing Market Predictions for 2026
December 29, 2025 | 3 Minute Read As we look ahead to 2026, one thing is clear: the housing market is stabilizing, not resetting. Rates are higher than the ultra-low levels of the past, inventory is gradually improving, and buyers and sellers are adjusting expectations accordingly. Here’s a breakdown of the seven most important trends […]
The Sneaky Wholesaler
March 31, 2025 | 2 Minute Read A few weeks ago, an agent submitted an offer on one of my listings. The contract seemed straightforward—no unexpected terms or conditions. It included a 10-day inspection period and close of escrow contingent on inspection approval, which was reasonable. After some negotiation, we agreed on the final price. […]
Finding Properties Without Spending Money
March 31, 2025 | 3 Minute Read When I started investing in real estate back in 2002, my focus was entirely on wholesaling properties. At the time, I had no marketing budget—actually, I had no money to spend at all. So, I had to get creative. As I gained experience and started closing more deals, […]
Sixth Commandment to House Flipping: Build Relationships
November 25, 2024 | 3.5 Minute Read SIXTH COMMANDMENT: BUILD RELATIONSHIPS Relationships, whether personal or professional, aren’t about chasing people down. They’re about being your best self, putting that self out into the world, and allowing the right people to be drawn to you. In other words, attract, do not chase. So far, we’ve […]
Disconnect Between the Asking Price vs Turnkey Price
One effective way to find off-market properties is by building relationships with real estate agents who have pocket listings of distressed properties they aim to sell for cash. Many seasoned agents have investors on speed dial, benefiting from quick cash offers and, when permitted, acting as dual agents to retain the full commission without splitting […]
How to Wholesale a Property Using the MLS
When we have a house under contract, we make it clear to the seller that we intend to list it on the MLS (Multiple Listing Service). Many investors may use a novation when listing a house on the MLS, but that’s not always the case. You can accept cash offers and some conventional offers, both […]
Understanding the NAR Settlement
April 08, 2024 | Reading Time: 1.5 Minutes The $418 million settlement between the National Association of Realtors (NAR) and various class-action plaintiffs has stirred significant discussion in the real estate industry. While some view it as a transformative event that will reshape the sector, others argue that its impact may be less dramatic. The […]