Advice on starting Wholesaling

[Nataisiah Amina]

Can anyone provide some advice on getting started with wholesaling? And how to find good reliable investors as well? Thank you in advance! 

[Lauren Robins]

Quote from @Nataisiah Amina:

Can anyone provide some advice on getting started with wholesaling? And how to find good reliable investors as well? Thank you in advance! 

 Hi Nataisiah!

Getting started with wholesaling real estate involves learning how to find deeply discounted properties and putting them under contract with the intent to assign that contract to an end buyer—usually a real estate investor—for a profit. The first step is education: understand the basics of real estate contracts, local laws, assignment clauses, and the wholesale process itself. There are many free resources, including YouTube videos, podcasts, and forums like BiggerPockets, that offer step-by-step guides. You’ll also want to become familiar with your local market—learn what homes sell for in different neighborhoods, what investors typically look for, and what repairs cost.

Once you understand the fundamentals, focus on building a lead pipeline. This means marketing to motivated sellers—people in foreclosure, probate, inherited properties, or landlords tired of managing rentals. Use tools like PropStream, DealMachine, or even driving for dollars to find leads. When you find a property with potential, negotiate a contract with the seller (ideally with a clause allowing assignment), then match the deal with an investor buyer.

To find reliable investors, start by building a buyers list. Attend local real estate investor meetups (REIAs), network online in Facebook groups or LinkedIn, and call the “We Buy Houses” signs you see around town. Let them know you're a wholesaler and ask what types of deals they’re looking for. Make sure to vet them—some investors may overpromise and delay closings. A truly serious investor will have proof of funds and a track record. Over time, as you close more deals and build trust, investors will begin to seek you out.

Note: This information is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, tax, financial, or investment advice. No attorney-client, fiduciary, or professional relationship is established through this communication.