You can create the list on paper or on your computer. It doesn't matter to us as long as you can read it and use it.
The names, addresses, and phone numbers will come from the online ads in forsalebyowner.com, Craigslist. zillow.com, and other sites that allow "for rent" and "for sale by owner" ads.
The phone scripts will help you determine if the seller is motivated.
Please create your list with as many names and addresses as possible. Please make sure to include the reason for selling, any problems with the property, and the call back date and time for each property.
How to Choose Which Ads to Call First
When you are looking through the “For Rent” ads, immediately screen out any that are offered through either property management companies, real estate companies, brokers or sales agents.
The reason for this is you want to be able to talk directly to the owner of the property.
Of course you are also going to look for other signs that the owner is a flexible seller. Here is a list of language used in classified ads that often indicates a motivated seller:
• FSBO (“for sale by owner”—a good sign!)
• OWC (“owner will carry” the mortgage…i.e., seller doesn’t need all cash)
• Lease-option (just what you are looking for… one caution is to make sure they don’t want a huge option payment.)
• Moving
• Must sell
• Estate sale
• An out of state phone number in the ad
Contact me via email at jkmvisions@gmail.com once your list is complete (at least 10 properties) or as soon as you have a call back date and time.
