My Zillow Hack To Finding Cheap Properties
August 11, 2025 | 2 Minute Read Hunting for real estate deals on Zillow used to be a slog—hours spent sifting through listings for that rare gem. But with the right strategy and a powerful (free!) keyword list, you can now uncover investment properties faster and smarter. Understanding Zillow’s Game Plan Zillow is the go-to […]
Comp a Property When Comps Don’t Exist
August 4, 2025 | 3 Minute Read What do you do when you find a great potential rental, but the comparable sales (“comps”) are unclear, underwhelming, or nonexistent? It’s a common challenge. Sometimes we’re tempted to force a square peg into a round hole just because we like the property. But to make sound investment […]
The Deceitful Trick Wholesalers Use to Increase Profits
June 30, 2025 | 2 Minute Read While browsing the MLS, I found a property listed for $57,500. I contacted the agent—only to learn it was actually a wholesaler, who failed to disclose “seller holds equitable interest.” That’s a required disclosure when marketing a contract on the MLS. Still, I scheduled a showing. The home […]
Where to Find Foreclosures
June 16, 2025 | 3.5 Minute Read If homeowners default on payments, the lender can foreclose to recover the loan. This creates opportunities for real estate investors to buy distressed properties at discounted prices but with growing competition, especially in today’s market it’s harder than ever to find them. Don’t worry, I’ve got you covered. […]
What Happens When Your Contract Falls Off a Cliff?
June 2, 2025 | 4 Minute Read I currently have (or had) two properties under contract that were scheduled to close this past Friday on Friday, May 30th. Neither deal has closed. As you know, real estate purchase contracts are legally binding agreements with specific closing timelines. When a seller fails to close on time, […]
About that “As Is” Clause in Your Contract
April 28, 2025 | 2 Minute Read The “as is” clause is a powerful tool. When a property is sold “as is,” it means the seller is offering it in its current condition, with no promises to repair, replace, or improve anything before closing. While it can make the deal easier, it also comes with […]
How to Hire the Right Property Manager
April 7, 2025 | 3 Minute Read I often hear from out-of-state investors looking to offload their rental properties. The biggest reason they want to sell? Bad property management. It’s a common and costly mistake. A property manager can make or break your investment. When these investors contact me wanting to sell, I often end […]
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, […]
REI.SCHOOL Celebrates One Year
March 31, 2025 | 1.5 Minute Read April 1, 2025, marks the one-year anniversary of launching REI.School. Over the past year, I’ve published more than 150 real estate articles, coached investors at various stages of their careers through one-on-one sessions, and expanded the REI.School Store to offer crucial documents—including calculators, assignment and purchase agreements, legal […]
You Need Multiple Streams of REI Income
March 24, 2025 | 3 Minute Read When I first started investing in real estate back in 2002, my sole strategy was wholesaling. It had a low barrier to entry with minimal costs, making it an easy way to get started. And it worked—until 2008. When the market crashed, buyers disappeared, and most wholesalers quickly […]