Finding leads / wholesaler contacts

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Finding leads / wholesaler contacts

Jason Phung
New to Real Estate · Boston, MA · Member since 2025 · 6 posts · 3 votes

Hey,

I've been working to find a first deal with a partner and we're interested in a fix n flip strategy here in the Boston area. My partner is a successful agent that primarily focuses on finding homes for families, and is also new to the investing aspect of real estate.

I'm hoping to find leads that we can sort through off of the MLS, but not sure where to start. Any advice on how to connect with wholesalers as an investor with no experience? or are there any wholesalers in the Boston (south shore) area that would be willing to chat?

Open to any advice and suggestions about finding leads in this market

Thanks,

Jason

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Emily ValenzuelaPro Member
Specialist · Georgetown, TX · Member since 2018 · 48 posts · 24 votes
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In addition to the ways already mentioned, another great way to find Wholesalers is to look for Bandit Signs in your areas. They are not always legal but that doesn't usually stop wholesalers from using them. They are those cardboard signs on the side of the road that say they buy homes in any condition. You may also see similar signs mentioning a home for sale. Often, there is no home for sale. Wholesalers just use these signs to fish for investors looking for off-market deals. 

All that being said, a better option might be to utilize the resources of your real estate partner. With the tools at their fingertips, you can create marketing lists of: out-of-state homeowners, high equity home owners, and homes in pre-foreclosure. Then market to them directly via cold calling, mail marketing, or door knocking (depending on your strengths and marketing budget). You and your partner will have two solutions to offer each prospect - either your partner lists their home on the market for top dollar, or you offer to purchase their home with terms that work for the home owner and save them the hassle. 

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  • James McGovern
    Flipper/Rehabber · Bloomfield CT · Member since 2020 · 1k+ posts · 408 votes
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    Start your search on Craigslist 

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  • Preston DeanBusiness Member
    Realtor · Fort Worth, TX · Member since 2021 · 779 posts · 368 votes
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    @Jason Phung

    make a free profile here to connect with and see wholesalers deals 

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  • Sam B.
    Investor · Indianapolis, IN · Member since 2015 · 270 posts · 217 votes
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    I go to meetups to find my wholesalers.

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  • Emily ValenzuelaPro Member
    Specialist · Georgetown, TX · Member since 2018 · 48 posts · 24 votes
    1y

    In addition to the ways already mentioned, another great way to find Wholesalers is to look for Bandit Signs in your areas. They are not always legal but that doesn't usually stop wholesalers from using them. They are those cardboard signs on the side of the road that say they buy homes in any condition. You may also see similar signs mentioning a home for sale. Often, there is no home for sale. Wholesalers just use these signs to fish for investors looking for off-market deals. 

    All that being said, a better option might be to utilize the resources of your real estate partner. With the tools at their fingertips, you can create marketing lists of: out-of-state homeowners, high equity home owners, and homes in pre-foreclosure. Then market to them directly via cold calling, mail marketing, or door knocking (depending on your strengths and marketing budget). You and your partner will have two solutions to offer each prospect - either your partner lists their home on the market for top dollar, or you offer to purchase their home with terms that work for the home owner and save them the hassle. 

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  • Jason Phung
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    New to Real Estate · Boston, MA · Member since 2025 · 6 posts · 3 votes
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    Thank you everybody for the insight

    @Emily Valenzuela thank you! also great advice on the marketing lists, I'll discuss with my partner as I know he does quite a bit of door knocking for his own business.

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  • Ella Compton
    Member since 2025 · 52 posts · 30 votes
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    Hey Jason! 

    I am a wholesaler based in Texas and am always open to connecting with other investors, even outside my market. One tip: check out local MeetUp groups. I've had a lot of success networking through real estate events. It's a great way to meet active wholesalers and investors and to learn what's working in your area.

    Also, don't hesitate to DM wholesalers you find online (social media or forums) and just ask to hop on a quick call. Most are open to chatting, especially if you're upfront about your goals.

    Best of luck with your first deal! 

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  • Michael CalveyPro Member
    Head of Sales at BiggerPockets · Denver, CO · Member since 2023 · 134 posts · 154 votes
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    Have you tried using either REsimpli or PropStream? 

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