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2yQuote from @Bob S.:
Quote from @Dave Halevi:
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Hey folks,
I've been in the investment game in Michigan for about five years now, and I'm currently on the lookout for a top-notch agent to collaborate with.
I come armed with my own funds and the support of my investor network, so I'm seeking someone who's investor-savvy, understands creative finance, and has the drive to push deals through quickly. Let's make some moves together!
Dave. 馃槑
Good luck
Don't be sooo confused brother.
I have cash, but I also can leverage my purchases with mortgageI
I get it, but realtors do not have the deals. Again, I have done a lot never using a realtor. Also paying cash you get the best deals or use seller financing. Going in with a traditional offer closing in a month or two is not very motivating for the seller, vs cash as is close in a week.
All the best
Again, you are working much too hard. If the props are sitting there is something wrong with them, Sure once in a while you can get something listed, but IMO you will not get a steady flow and you will not get the good deals. Which market ?
Hey Dave, we just published this video on HoltonWiseTV. You should check it out, you may be too experienced for the info to help out, but at the very least, the newbs reading this will gain some insight on where to look when building out a portfolio in Detroit. Party hard brother.
The 5 Best Detroit Neighborhoods for Real Estate Investors | Ask James Wise 92
Special thanks to @Drew Sygit from Logical Property Management for helping make this video possible.
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- Flipper/Rehabber 路 Phoenix Arizona 路 Member since 2020 路 1k+ posts 路 686 votes2y
I would call top 3 RE companies , ask to talk to broker. Tell them that you want top 2 agents to interview.
Pick the agent out of the 6.
I always do this process.
- SO I am confused, if you cash and been there for years why use a realtor? I have done let's just say a lot in my market, never once using a realtor. Go to the local forums, there are deals everywhere,
Quote from @Dave Halevi:
Hey folks,
I've been in the investment game in Michigan for about five years now, and I'm currently on the lookout for a top-notch agent to collaborate with.
I come armed with my own funds and the support of my investor network, so I'm seeking someone who's investor-savvy, understands creative finance, and has the drive to push deals through quickly. Let's make some moves together!
Dave. 馃槑
Good luck - 2yWendy PattonBusiness MemberReal Estate Consultant 路 Clarkston, MI 路 Member since 2009 路 864 posts 路 350 votes
@Dave Halevi i am an agent in MI and run Detroit REIA - but kind of agree on above statement - maybe you just need good wholesalers? Feel free to reach out to me and maybe i can connect you with a few locally
Michigan Real Estate Investors539 Reviews - Investor 路 MI 路 Member since 2022 路 36 posts 路 14 votes2y
Quote from @Bob S.:
SO I am confused, if you cash and been there for years why use a realtor? I have done let's just say a lot in my market, never once using a realtor. Go to the local forums, there are deals everywhere,Quote from @Dave Halevi:
Hey folks,
I've been in the investment game in Michigan for about five years now, and I'm currently on the lookout for a top-notch agent to collaborate with.
I come armed with my own funds and the support of my investor network, so I'm seeking someone who's investor-savvy, understands creative finance, and has the drive to push deals through quickly. Let's make some moves together!
Dave. 馃槑
Good luckDon't be sooo confused brother.
I have cash, but I also can leverage my purchases with mortgages.
Quote from @Dave Halevi:
Quote from @Bob S.:
SO I am confused, if you cash and been there for years why use a realtor? I have done let's just say a lot in my market, never once using a realtor. Go to the local forums, there are deals everywhere,Quote from @Dave Halevi:
Hey folks,
I've been in the investment game in Michigan for about five years now, and I'm currently on the lookout for a top-notch agent to collaborate with.
I come armed with my own funds and the support of my investor network, so I'm seeking someone who's investor-savvy, understands creative finance, and has the drive to push deals through quickly. Let's make some moves together!
Dave. 馃槑
Good luckDon't be sooo confused brother.
I have cash, but I also can leverage my purchases with mortgageI
I get it, but realtors do not have the deals. Again, I have done a lot never using a realtor. Also paying cash you get the best deals or use seller financing. Going in with a traditional offer closing in a month or two is not very motivating for the seller, vs cash as is close in a week.
All the best
- 2yMichael SmytheBusiness MemberReal Estate Agent 路 Metro Detroit 路 Member since 2023 路 4k+ posts 路 3k+ votes
@Dave Halevi what cities are you looking to invest in?
That's important to know as MOST suburban agents either WON'T go to Detroit or DON'T know Detroit.
Logical Property Management4.9455 Reviews - Investor 路 MI 路 Member since 2022 路 36 posts 路 14 votes2y
Quote from @Michael Smythe:
@Dave Halevi what cities are you looking to invest in?
That's important to know as MOST suburban agents either WON'T go to Detroit or DON'T know Detroit.
Anywhere north to 8 mile, and below flint.
- Investor 路 MI 路 Member since 2022 路 36 posts 路 14 votes2yI understand that, but there are deals that are on the market for a long time, and I want to offer any kind of creative finance, and usually I have to do it through an agent because other agents are not so cooperative with investors.
Quote from @Bob S.:
Quote from @Dave Halevi:
Quote from @Bob S.:
SO I am confused, if you cash and been there for years why use a realtor? I have done let's just say a lot in my market, never once using a realtor. Go to the local forums, there are deals everywhere,Quote from @Dave Halevi:
Hey folks,
I've been in the investment game in Michigan for about five years now, and I'm currently on the lookout for a top-notch agent to collaborate with.
I come armed with my own funds and the support of my investor network, so I'm seeking someone who's investor-savvy, understands creative finance, and has the drive to push deals through quickly. Let's make some moves together!
Dave. 馃槑
Good luckDon't be sooo confused brother.
I have cash, but I also can leverage my purchases with mortgageI
I get it, but realtors do not have the deals. Again, I have done a lot never using a realtor. Also paying cash you get the best deals or use seller financing. Going in with a traditional offer closing in a month or two is not very motivating for the seller, vs cash as is close in a week.
All the best
Quote from @Dave Halevi:
I understand that, but there are deals that are on the market for a long time, and I want to offer any kind of creative finance, and usually I have to do it through an agent because other agents are not so cooperative with investors.Quote from @Bob S.:
Quote from @Dave Halevi:
Quote from @Bob S.:
SO I am confused, if you cash and been there for years why use a realtor? I have done let's just say a lot in my market, never once using a realtor. Go to the local forums, there are deals everywhere,Quote from @Dave Halevi:
Hey folks,
I've been in the investment game in Michigan for about five years now, and I'm currently on the lookout for a top-notch agent to collaborate with.
I come armed with my own funds and the support of my investor network, so I'm seeking someone who's investor-savvy, understands creative finance, and has the drive to push deals through quickly. Let's make some moves together!
Dave. 馃槑
Good luckDon't be sooo confused brother.
I have cash, but I also can leverage my purchases with mortgageI
I get it, but realtors do not have the deals. Again, I have done a lot never using a realtor. Also paying cash you get the best deals or use seller financing. Going in with a traditional offer closing in a month or two is not very motivating for the seller, vs cash as is close in a week.
All the best
You are working WAY to hard. There on the market for a long time for a reason. This morning, I was sent a prop, my guy already walked it, I will go to contract tomorrow and close next week. No realtor involved; I always take the path of least resistance. Let others do the work,
Wait your in Detroit, there are deals posted in the local forums daily, again you are working much too hard.
All the best
- 2yMichael SmytheBusiness MemberReal Estate Agent 路 Metro Detroit 路 Member since 2023 路 4k+ posts 路 3k+ votes
@Dave Halevi guessing you mean, "north of 8 Mile"?
Logical Property Management4.9455 Reviews - Investor 路 MI 路 Member since 2022 路 36 posts 路 14 votes2ySurprisingly enough, if they are in the market for a long time, usually they do have access to many interesting deals.
Quote from @Bob S.:
Quote from @Dave Halevi:
Quote from @Bob S.:
SO I am confused, if you cash and been there for years why use a realtor? I have done let's just say a lot in my market, never once using a realtor. Go to the local forums, there are deals everywhere,Quote from @Dave Halevi:
Hey folks,
I've been in the investment game in Michigan for about five years now, and I'm currently on the lookout for a top-notch agent to collaborate with.
I come armed with my own funds and the support of my investor network, so I'm seeking someone who's investor-savvy, understands creative finance, and has the drive to push deals through quickly. Let's make some moves together!
Dave. 馃槑
Good luckDon't be sooo confused brother.
I have cash, but I also can leverage my purchases with mortgageI
I get it, but realtors do not have the deals. Again, I have done a lot never using a realtor. Also paying cash you get the best deals or use seller financing. Going in with a traditional offer closing in a month or two is not very motivating for the seller, vs cash as is close in a week.
All the best
- Investor 路 MI 路 Member since 2022 路 36 posts 路 14 votes2yFirst, I don't do deals in Detroit, The market is really bad, and there's too much hassle and bustle there.
Quote from @Bob S.:
Quote from @Dave Halevi:
I understand that, but there are deals that are on the market for a long time, and I want to offer any kind of creative finance, and usually I have to do it through an agent because other agents are not so cooperative with investors.Quote from @Bob S.:
Quote from @Dave Halevi:
Quote from @Bob S.:
SO I am confused, if you cash and been there for years why use a realtor? I have done let's just say a lot in my market, never once using a realtor. Go to the local forums, there are deals everywhere,Quote from @Dave Halevi:
Hey folks,
I've been in the investment game in Michigan for about five years now, and I'm currently on the lookout for a top-notch agent to collaborate with.
I come armed with my own funds and the support of my investor network, so I'm seeking someone who's investor-savvy, understands creative finance, and has the drive to push deals through quickly. Let's make some moves together!
Dave. 馃槑
Good luckDon't be sooo confused brother.
I have cash, but I also can leverage my purchases with mortgageI
I get it, but realtors do not have the deals. Again, I have done a lot never using a realtor. Also paying cash you get the best deals or use seller financing. Going in with a traditional offer closing in a month or two is not very motivating for the seller, vs cash as is close in a week.
All the best
You are working WAY to hard. There on the market for a long time for a reason. This morning, I was sent a prop, my guy already walked it, I will go to contract tomorrow and close next week. No realtor involved; I always take the path of least resistance. Let others do the work,
Wait your in Detroit, there are deals posted in the local forums daily, again you are working much too hard.
All the best
secondly, they're on the market and advertised by a realtor, so you can't knock on the door introduce yourself, and get it under contract. You have to do that through the realtor and usually pay them their fee to lower down their resistance Quote from @Dave Halevi:
First, I don't do deals in Detroit, The market is really bad, and there's too much hassle and bustle there.Quote from @Bob S.:
Quote from @Dave Halevi:
I understand that, but there are deals that are on the market for a long time, and I want to offer any kind of creative finance, and usually I have to do it through an agent because other agents are not so cooperative with investors.Quote from @Bob S.:
Quote from @Dave Halevi:
Quote from @Bob S.:
SO I am confused, if you cash and been there for years why use a realtor? I have done let's just say a lot in my market, never once using a realtor. Go to the local forums, there are deals everywhere,Quote from @Dave Halevi:
Hey folks,
I've been in the investment game in Michigan for about five years now, and I'm currently on the lookout for a top-notch agent to collaborate with.
I come armed with my own funds and the support of my investor network, so I'm seeking someone who's investor-savvy, understands creative finance, and has the drive to push deals through quickly. Let's make some moves together!
Dave. 馃槑
Good luckDon't be sooo confused brother.
I have cash, but I also can leverage my purchases with mortgageI
I get it, but realtors do not have the deals. Again, I have done a lot never using a realtor. Also paying cash you get the best deals or use seller financing. Going in with a traditional offer closing in a month or two is not very motivating for the seller, vs cash as is close in a week.
All the best
You are working WAY to hard. There on the market for a long time for a reason. This morning, I was sent a prop, my guy already walked it, I will go to contract tomorrow and close next week. No realtor involved; I always take the path of least resistance. Let others do the work,
Wait your in Detroit, there are deals posted in the local forums daily, again you are working much too hard.
All the best
secondly, they're on the market and advertised by a realtor, so you can't knock on the door introduce yourself, and get it under contract. You have to do that through the realtor and usually pay them their fee to lower down their resistanceAGAIN, the deals are OFF market. I have done A LOT in my market, NON were listed, NO realtor involved. Sorry I thought Detroit, which market you focusing on?
BTW there is a lot of money to be made in Detroit IF you have a good team there.
All the best
Quote from @Dave Halevi:
Surprisingly enough, if they are in the market for a long time, usually they do have access to many interesting deals.Quote from @Bob S.:
Quote from @Dave Halevi:
Quote from @Bob S.:
SO I am confused, if you cash and been there for years why use a realtor? I have done let's just say a lot in my market, never once using a realtor. Go to the local forums, there are deals everywhere,Quote from @Dave Halevi:
Hey folks,
I've been in the investment game in Michigan for about five years now, and I'm currently on the lookout for a top-notch agent to collaborate with.
I come armed with my own funds and the support of my investor network, so I'm seeking someone who's investor-savvy, understands creative finance, and has the drive to push deals through quickly. Let's make some moves together!
Dave. 馃槑
Good luckDon't be sooo confused brother.
I have cash, but I also can leverage my purchases with mortgageI
I get it, but realtors do not have the deals. Again, I have done a lot never using a realtor. Also paying cash you get the best deals or use seller financing. Going in with a traditional offer closing in a month or two is not very motivating for the seller, vs cash as is close in a week.
All the best
Again, you are working much too hard. If the props are sitting there is something wrong with them, Sure once in a while you can get something listed, but IMO you will not get a steady flow and you will not get the good deals. Which market ?
- Real Estate Broker 路 Cleveland Dayton Cincinnati Toledo Columbus & Akron, OH 路 Member since 2013 路 31k+ posts 路 20k+ votes2y
Quote from @Bob S.:
Quote from @Dave Halevi:
Surprisingly enough, if they are in the market for a long time, usually they do have access to many interesting deals.Quote from @Bob S.:
Quote from @Dave Halevi:
Quote from @Bob S.:
SO I am confused, if you cash and been there for years why use a realtor? I have done let's just say a lot in my market, never once using a realtor. Go to the local forums, there are deals everywhere,Quote from @Dave Halevi:
Hey folks,
I've been in the investment game in Michigan for about five years now, and I'm currently on the lookout for a top-notch agent to collaborate with.
I come armed with my own funds and the support of my investor network, so I'm seeking someone who's investor-savvy, understands creative finance, and has the drive to push deals through quickly. Let's make some moves together!
Dave. 馃槑
Good luckDon't be sooo confused brother.
I have cash, but I also can leverage my purchases with mortgageI
I get it, but realtors do not have the deals. Again, I have done a lot never using a realtor. Also paying cash you get the best deals or use seller financing. Going in with a traditional offer closing in a month or two is not very motivating for the seller, vs cash as is close in a week.
All the best
Again, you are working much too hard. If the props are sitting there is something wrong with them, Sure once in a while you can get something listed, but IMO you will not get a steady flow and you will not get the good deals. Which market ?
Hey Dave, we just published this video on HoltonWiseTV. You should check it out, you may be too experienced for the info to help out, but at the very least, the newbs reading this will gain some insight on where to look when building out a portfolio in Detroit. Party hard brother.
The 5 Best Detroit Neighborhoods for Real Estate Investors | Ask James Wise 92
Special thanks to @Drew Sygit from Logical Property Management for helping make this video possible.
- Investor 路 MI 路 Member since 2022 路 36 posts 路 14 votes2yI work in Places such as Southfield and Farmington Hills, but also Warren and Pontiac.
Quote from @Bob S.:
Quote from @Dave Halevi:
First, I don't do deals in Detroit, The market is really bad, and there's too much hassle and bustle there.Quote from @Bob S.:
Quote from @Dave Halevi:
I understand that, but there are deals that are on the market for a long time, and I want to offer any kind of creative finance, and usually I have to do it through an agent because other agents are not so cooperative with investors.Quote from @Bob S.:
Quote from @Dave Halevi:
Quote from @Bob S.:
SO I am confused, if you cash and been there for years why use a realtor? I have done let's just say a lot in my market, never once using a realtor. Go to the local forums, there are deals everywhere,Quote from @Dave Halevi:
Hey folks,
I've been in the investment game in Michigan for about five years now, and I'm currently on the lookout for a top-notch agent to collaborate with.
I come armed with my own funds and the support of my investor network, so I'm seeking someone who's investor-savvy, understands creative finance, and has the drive to push deals through quickly. Let's make some moves together!
Dave. 馃槑
Good luckDon't be sooo confused brother.
I have cash, but I also can leverage my purchases with mortgageI
I get it, but realtors do not have the deals. Again, I have done a lot never using a realtor. Also paying cash you get the best deals or use seller financing. Going in with a traditional offer closing in a month or two is not very motivating for the seller, vs cash as is close in a week.
All the best
You are working WAY to hard. There on the market for a long time for a reason. This morning, I was sent a prop, my guy already walked it, I will go to contract tomorrow and close next week. No realtor involved; I always take the path of least resistance. Let others do the work,
Wait your in Detroit, there are deals posted in the local forums daily, again you are working much too hard.
All the best
secondly, they're on the market and advertised by a realtor, so you can't knock on the door introduce yourself, and get it under contract. You have to do that through the realtor and usually pay them their fee to lower down their resistanceAGAIN, the deals are OFF market. I have done A LOT in my market, NON were listed, NO realtor involved. Sorry I thought Detroit, which market you focusing on?
BTW there is a lot of money to be made in Detroit IF you have a good team there.
All the best
I know there are many deals in DT, it's just I've done many and it seems like it's never worth the hassle - 2yMichael SmytheBusiness MemberReal Estate Agent 路 Metro Detroit 路 Member since 2023 路 4k+ posts 路 3k+ votes
@Dave Halevi try @David Rabior or @ Joe Hammel
Logical Property Management4.9455 Reviews Quote from @Dave Halevi:
I work in Places such as Southfield and Farmington Hills, but also Warren and Pontiac.Quote from @Bob S.:
Quote from @Dave Halevi:
First, I don't do deals in Detroit, The market is really bad, and there's too much hassle and bustle there.Quote from @Bob S.:
Quote from @Dave Halevi:
I understand that, but there are deals that are on the market for a long time, and I want to offer any kind of creative finance, and usually I have to do it through an agent because other agents are not so cooperative with investors.Quote from @Bob S.:
Quote from @Dave Halevi:
Quote from @Bob S.:
SO I am confused, if you cash and been there for years why use a realtor? I have done let's just say a lot in my market, never once using a realtor. Go to the local forums, there are deals everywhere,Quote from @Dave Halevi:
Hey folks,
I've been in the investment game in Michigan for about five years now, and I'm currently on the lookout for a top-notch agent to collaborate with.
I come armed with my own funds and the support of my investor network, so I'm seeking someone who's investor-savvy, understands creative finance, and has the drive to push deals through quickly. Let's make some moves together!
Dave. 馃槑
Good luckDon't be sooo confused brother.
I have cash, but I also can leverage my purchases with mortgageI
I get it, but realtors do not have the deals. Again, I have done a lot never using a realtor. Also paying cash you get the best deals or use seller financing. Going in with a traditional offer closing in a month or two is not very motivating for the seller, vs cash as is close in a week.
All the best
You are working WAY to hard. There on the market for a long time for a reason. This morning, I was sent a prop, my guy already walked it, I will go to contract tomorrow and close next week. No realtor involved; I always take the path of least resistance. Let others do the work,
Wait your in Detroit, there are deals posted in the local forums daily, again you are working much too hard.
All the best
secondly, they're on the market and advertised by a realtor, so you can't knock on the door introduce yourself, and get it under contract. You have to do that through the realtor and usually pay them their fee to lower down their resistanceAGAIN, the deals are OFF market. I have done A LOT in my market, NON were listed, NO realtor involved. Sorry I thought Detroit, which market you focusing on?
BTW there is a lot of money to be made in Detroit IF you have a good team there.
All the best
I know there are many deals in DT, it's just I've done many and it seems like it's never worth the hassleWell, you seem to be doing something wrong" there is a ton of money to be made IF you have the proper team, connect with @Michael Smythe he seems to have a handle on things
Good luck
- Real Estate Agent 路 Novi, MI 路 Member since 2021 路 12 posts 路 5 votes2y
Hi Dave. I am an agent. I live in Farmington Hills and my office is in Brighton. I would be happy to work with you.
Quote from @Dave Halevi:
Hey folks,
I've been in the investment game in Michigan for about five years now, and I'm currently on the lookout for a top-notch agent to collaborate with.
I come armed with my own funds and the support of my investor network, so I'm seeking someone who's investor-savvy, understands creative finance, and has the drive to push deals through quickly. Let's make some moves together!
Dave. 馃槑
If you are " armed with your own funds" I assume you mean you are a cash buyer, then the last thing you need is a realtor. ALL the deals (for the most part) are OFF market. Its been 9 days since you posted this. You should have a prop in contract.
Good luck
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