Real Estate Investor · Los Angeles, CA · Member since 2013 · 34 posts · 5 votes
Hi all,
Is anybody here actively buying deals at auctions? Specifically in LA or Orange County? What list service would you recommend and why?
There's many free services out there (online) but then also some paid ones. I'm wondering what the difference is. I assume, some are updated weekly vs. daily vs. instantly, others show parcel # only vs. full address, etc. I'd love for anybody to share some insight before I spend hours on researching and comparing.
Real Estate Broker · Orange, CA · Member since 2008 · 380 posts · 87 votes
12y
If you're interested I can set you up with fine tuned MLS data. It's not the holy grail of list but it it's a lead source to add to what you're already doing.
Los Angeles, CA · Member since 2013 · 10 posts · 2 votes
12y
Hello Ed,
I am a new investor also looking to break into the market by finding a good deal through online/live auctions. If you could shoot me the MLS list you speak of as well that would be much appreciated. Thanks Chase
Residential Real Estate Agent · Costa Mesa, CA · Member since 2008 · 1k+ posts · 380 votes
12y
When we were buying at auction, Foreclosure Radar was the standard operating procedure of anyone doing any real amount of business. I haven't used Property Radar, but I know that @Sean OToole is pretty obsessive about putting out a quality product, so I'm sure it is still very similar if not exactly the same in terms of functionality.
If you're buying at auction though, you'll need a heck of a lot more of a tutorial than just what website to use. Do your homework. Then do more.