Specialist · Albuquerque, NM · Member since 2014 · 29 posts · 9 votes
Hi, I think I found a property I can wholesale. It's listed by an real estate agent. I just wanted to ask if it's the same as dealing with the owner only???
Property Manager · Gilbert, AZ · Member since 2009 · 1k+ posts · 451 votes
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That is possible but highly unlikely that you'll find a good buyer. Most smart, active buyers have access to the same MLS listings and unless you've negotiated a deal that you can sell for much less than the listed price you may not get to far.
Property Manager · Gilbert, AZ · Member since 2009 · 1k+ posts · 451 votes
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That is possible but highly unlikely that you'll find a good buyer. Most smart, active buyers have access to the same MLS listings and unless you've negotiated a deal that you can sell for much less than the listed price you may not get to far.
Specialist · Albuquerque, NM · Member since 2014 · 29 posts · 9 votes
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Okay I agree with that. So what if I was still able to purchase the property at 65%-70% ARV minus rehab and my fee. Is it not still worth pursuing?
Also, what happens if I and the seller sign the P&S agreement with say 60 days to close and I cannot close by the 60 days stipulated in the contract? Do both parties just simply walk separate ways?
Raleigh, NC · Member since 2011 · 721 posts · 343 votes
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Matthew,
Hey, that deal might work normally. However, since it is listed it's a whole different ballgame. I'm not saying that it cannot be done. But you'll need to have a different approach. If you sign the P & S agreement in most (probably all) states you cannot assign it. One solution is to use your own funds, if they are available.
O.K., I know a lot of wholesalers don't have that kind of money. But I had to get it out there. You can also use transactional funding if there is enough spread in the deal.
Don't get too discouraged though. I have also done some deals right off of the MLS.
Real Estate Professional · West Palm Beach, FL · Member since 2012 · 23k+ posts · 13k+ votes
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Your contract may call for 60 days to close, but you'll have a shorter "inspection period" probably 10-14 days or so which is the period in which you could cancel without losing your EM. Read a copy of your local Realtor contract. It may address assignability. Generally, if the contract doesn't prohibit assignments, state law would allow the assignment of the contract, but you'd still be liable to the contract terms.
Having said that, most agents will require a solid POF or preapproval. I can generally spot a wholesaler by reading their contract, and agents who are aware generally won't let you get the property under contract..