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Nancy E.
  • Rental Property Investor
  • Charlotte, NC
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Recruiting and Hiring "Bird Dog"

Nancy E.
  • Rental Property Investor
  • Charlotte, NC
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Hello to my Bigger Pockets community.

I am hoping some of my colleagues can provide advice.  We are considering hiring a “Bird Dog.” Someone to track down dig leads within a defined district or zip code. The person can use the “riding for dollars” methodology or research city records.  I located Joshua Dorkin document, which was uploaded five years ago.   Has anyone used this document and what was the outcome?

Below are my questions:

  • How do you hire a Bird Dog? Is there a specific type of payment method to be used? For instance, per confirmed lead, an hourly rate, or fees derived from the actual purchase of a property.
  • What do you have the Bird Dog do, since the services can vary based on need and/or city?
  • Can the service be contracted out from a temporary agency?

If someone has had a successful experience with the “Bird Dog” process, please feel free to contact me or provide your advice via this forum.

Thank you