Finding Deals in an Economic Downturn
October 5 2026 | 2.5 Minute Read I’ve learned that economic chaos doesn’t necessarily destroy wealth—it transfers it. When markets become distressed, some investors lose money while others acquire assets at significant discounts. I think about economic disruption in five phases: 1. Shock Everything starts with an event that changes investor and consumer behavior—such as […]
Why I Keep Hanging Up on Wholesalers
September 28, 2026 | 2 Minute Read Every week, I receive three to five cold calls from wholesalers using spoofed local area codes to increase the chances that I’ll answer. Many of the callers are overseas, primarily in the Philippines. I’ve used these lead-generation services myself, and the biggest problem I’ve found—especially with overseas services—is […]
Where Real Estate Guru’s Fail You
July 13, 2026 | 7 Minute Read If you’ve spent any time on YouTube, TikTok, or Instagram, you’ve probably seen someone claiming they built a million-dollar real estate portfolio with no money, no credit, and no experience. They make investing look effortless. Buy one property today, quit your job next year, and spend the rest […]
How to Network for Deals
June 29, 2026 | 2.5 Minute Read Many real estate investors believe networking is as simple as attending a meetup, shaking a few hands, collecting business cards, and hoping a deal eventually comes their way. In reality, successful networking works very differently. The investors who consistently find great opportunities understand an important principle: networking isn’t […]
A Wholesaler Without A Clue
November 10, 2025 | 2.5 Minute Read I get a lot of emails from wholesalers pitching their latest “deals.” Some are local, but many come from out-of-state virtual investors. That’s an important distinction. A local wholesaler typically knows the neighborhood on a street-by-street level. They understand which side of the block gets better rents, what […]
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 […]
The Exit Strategy Playbook Every Investor Needs
June 23, 2025 | 3 Minute Read With every potential property acquisition, it’s critical to take a strategic approach. Before we ever commit to purchasing a property, we ensure we have multiple exit strategies in place. Real estate is a market-driven industry, and when conditions change—whether due to interest rates, buyer demand, or unexpected challenges—our […]
The Best $20K I Never Made
June 9, 2025 | 3 Minute Read Last week a virtual wholesaler brought us a property. The asking price? $65,000. My business partner of over 10 years, Jeff, and I happened to be nearby finishing up a renovation project, so we decided to stop by and walk the property together—a rare occasion, since I usually […]
Should You Assign the Contract or Double Close?
April 21, 2025 | 4 Minute Read When I get a property under contract and my exit strategy is to wholesale it, I need to determine if I am going to assign the contract or double close it. Both approaches allow me to flip properties without holding them long-term, but they come with distinct advantages, […]
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. […]