There is generally nothing wrong with an unlicensed paying for information (contrary to what some licensed brokers may tell you, because they abide by different rules relating to brokers) but be careful on the extent of their involvement in the deal.

Of course they don't care for you.

Not competent and not honest, either.But who cares if we are promised huge tax savings - and we have no way to verify whether the savings are actually delivered?

It’s such a powerful strategy when you can get the numbers and the neighborhood right.I work with affordable shared housing here in Houston, so I’ve been on the rental side quite a bit — happy to share what I’ve learned about keeping homes occupied and maintained while scaling gradually.This community has been great for finding ideas, local insights, and connecting with people who’ve already walked the path.

Remember, they can always refer themselves😊Use one of the ideas below to trigger who they know that they could connect you with:Just inherited a homeHad a loved one pass awayIs behind on their mortgage or tax paymentsHas a relative that can’t take care of their house anymoreHas a house they’re having trouble sellingIs facing bankruptcyKnows a probate attorneyKnows a bankruptcy attorneyetcPutting this in OVERDRIVECreate a spreadsheet (Excel or Google Sheet) listing everyone you can think of that would recognize your name or face.

Some time back I purchased a property on Silas Rd. and when I got home from work on the evening of the 5th, I had waiting for me a violation warning from the Department of Environmental Enforcing.

Some of them might not even care to pay the current mortgage off, especially if they have an active business. 

Wholesaling is a great entry point because it forces you to learn the fundamentals that matter most in real estate: finding deals, talking to sellers, and understanding what makes a property valuable.If you stay focused on those three things, you’ll grow faster than most beginners.A couple quick tips for you as you get started:1.

If you're open to a full documentation option you'd be able to get a home equity line of credit, which would have the most beneficial terms.Any alternative documentation 2nd liens would have higher rates/costs but are definitely possible.Feel free to reach out if you'd like to go through some of those possible options though.

But more than 90% of my resales of SF detached properties has been to owner occupants, who don't know and don't care about positive cash flow.