I was speaking with someone the other day and he had some good ideas about creative places to post your house for sale. This can work in reverse as well.
He said that he is having good luck with hospitals. His thinking behind this was that people who are there are experiencing a life changing event a lot of times. He really likes to place them on the boards around the maternity wards because people having kids are adding to their family and chances are they need more space. He also said that you can find people who will sell their house because they have outgrown it by adding to their family.
Another place is wedding shops. He said that he hasn't had any problems with the shops letting him post the ads. It is the same thinking as above. People who are getting married may be looking to move out of an apartment or a house they are renting and now purchase one because they have joint income.
Another place is grocery stores. The thinking here is that people shop at a store that is close to them. They would probably want to live in the same area because it is close to work or family or whatever their daily habits are that take them to that store. So that can be a good place as well.
The best one that I thought which was kind of reverse thinking is when you are selling a property get the neighbors involved. They know people and in a lot of situations they may know someone who wants to live close to them- family, friends, co-workers who knows.
I just wanted to throw those quick ideas out there. Let me know what you have found luck with in regards to posting flyers.
Thanks
We were wondering if we needed to get permission before hanging our flyers in certain places, such as hospitals and laundromats. In some places it's obvious that you need to ask permission because the flyers would go up behind glass, which the owner would open for you (Starbucks is like this).
We have gone into a couple laundromats and found that there was not a bulletin board up. In those instances, we were wondering if we could just tape a flyer to the wall, or sit some flyers on the folding tables. Is this TACKY? ?
After going through all the work of setting up the toll free numbers and recording the messages and making the flyers, we are having problems finding places to hang them!!
We appreciate ANY and ALL advice we can get!! Thanks everyone!
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I have used:
Postlets.com
kijiji.com
oodle.com
A realtor told me about Postlets.com It is only for real estate and once you have the ad on the site they post it to many many more sites for you for free. Check it out.
Postlets: GET YOUR LISTING ON THESE SITES AND MORE
craigslist
Facebook
FrontDoor
Google Base
HotPads
MySpace
Oodle
Trulia
Twitter
Vast
Zillow
backpage 1 1
ByOwnerMLS2
DotHomes
Enormo
FrontDoor
Google Base
HotPads
Local.com1
Lycos1
Oodle
Trulia3
Vast
Zillow3
thanks for the ad!
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thanks for the add!
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Thank you REvans! I will research and post ads in ALL these places!!!!
Go confidently in the direction of your dreams. -- Henry David Thoreau
WOW!
Thank you!
I know 5 of these sites.
The rest I have never even heard of!
I am most intrigued with 'Postlets.com' will check this out first thing in the a.m.
Hello and welcome by the way!
Angela
I have never seen this thread before and it is excellent! I am so glad that it was bumped back up into active forum topics today.
Thanks for posting this, great advice!
lowe's and home depot.
Great idea!
Do it and let us know what the response is.
I wasn't sure what to expect when I was reading this thread but I'm sure glad I did! I'm familiar with some of the websites and will check out the rest.
Anita, you had some awesome ideas! I'll be trying them out myself.
Do you have a link or can you email me what you wrote on your flyers and 4x6 cards? I'm not sure if I missed it but I didn't see anything about it. Curious minds wants to know, LOL!
Keep up the Great work everyone!
If I find anything, I'll post it here.
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thanks for sharing Anita...that is nice, and I have been looking into those kinds of things...The wording and all that is important...And I tend to over think things sometimes...
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While you are out posting flyers, look for services that may be useful to you in your real estate career.
I.E. I may get into rehabbing so I picked up some infor from people that do painting and repair. It doesn't hurt to have multple sources for your needs in case one vendor is unavailable.
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Anita, those are some of the most creative ideas i have seen. I think you should look into T.V. adds since your sooo creative. you started up another great post. good luck.
Thanks for sharing your postcard Anita!
It's creative and gets to the point.
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Wow Anita can I say that your ideas inspire me! That is so creative I never would have thought to do that myself...this is why I come to this forum. I have learned so much...keep it coming.
I'm going to try to figure out how that would work for me since my children are in high school but I think I can still try it anyway.
Thanks for the great advice you give - I think you are on your way to being a great mentor.
I'm still a newbie here on this forum and I am just starting out. Everything I've read has been insightful and so helpful to me now in the beginning stages of my RE investing! So I feel pretty comfortable asking this, does anyone have any good ideas for types of ads to write to attract buyers to do wholesale deals with so I can start assigning deals
Do you think I should look for the homes first and then find the buyers or find the buyers first? Or even if there are previous articles on here that I can reference let me know!
Like I said this forum is great so I'm just excited to be able to get some knowledge from someone who has already done it.
Hello fellow investors
I went to have some signs made up, when I found out that I could not put them any where in the city I live in. So I asked about a city just north of me, that was out to. Needles to say I am very disappointed. With all the ideas I see hear I can still get my info out there.
Thank You
Max09
You can build a buyers list buy using social networking websites. Some additional social networking websites include www.facebook.com, www.meetup.com, www.linkedin.com, www.activerain.com, and www.wannanetwork.com. You can look for fellow real estate, finance, and legal professionals. One of the greatest benefits is that you can find wholesalers, private investors, hard money lenders and a variety of other useful contacts using these websites. Each of them allow you to create a profile. You will want to gear your profile toward your pursuits in real estate. You can search for the keywords that you placed in your profile, so you can find other like minded individuals to network with and do deals with. The more sources you have to network with others in the industry the more opportunities to build your knowledge and wealth. If you have a busy schedule it is another great way to still network with others even if they are not available to talk with you at that time. I have found it gives me an opportunity to do "personal branding" too. I have used this to find great real estate contacts in new markets too.
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My Question is, when buying a property subject to , to avoid the due on sale clause being activated you have the seller record it into a land trust and then you do a landtrust with you as the new benificary but you don't record your landtrust. Is anyone familar with landtrust and does this sound right ?
I found another place to post and it is free. It is corkin.com you can upload pictures and it also tells you how many views your ad recieves. It also places you in google.
They told me I couldnt, So I did it.
The motivation for me, is them telling me what I cannot be.
That is an awesome way to "think outside the box". Very Creative!
Do today what others won't, so you can live tomorrow like others can't!!
Thanks to all for the different web sites to find sellers...and buyers. I have never heard some of these sites before. As always the DG family rocks!!
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You are very inspiring Anita and you have made me want to think outside the box with my investing career. You have reminded me that anything is possible if you have the drive and mindset to do it.
God bless you and your family
Advertising for Buyers- Online/Flyer/Bandit Sign
Ghost Ads
Handyman Special
3bed/2 bath
Owner Desperate
Call today XXX.XXX.XXXX
Priced Below Market
SFR 3/2
Great Neighborhood
Call today XXX.XXX.XXXX
Fixer Upper!!!
SFR 3/2
Must sell/Motivated
Call today XXX.XXX.XXXX
Needs TLC!!!
SFR 3 bed/2 bath
Call XXX.XXX.XXXX
Must Sell Home 3/2
Great neighborhood
Call today XXX.XXX.XXXX
(Accentuate the repairs needed if you have a specific home in mind)
Needs Roof/Needs Plumbing/Needs Electrical
3 bed/2 bath
Must sell/Motivated
Call today XXX.XXX.XXXX
Regular Ads
Attention Investors!!!
Stop spending all your time looking for great deals; let us do the legwork for you.
We find great properties for investors!
Call today XXX.XXX.XXXX
Buyers Wanted!
Buyers needed for multiple investment properties that cash-flow.
Call today XXX.XXX.XXXX
Cash Buyers Wanted!!!
Cash buyers needed for fast closings on multiple investment properties.
Call today XXX.XXX.XXXX
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www.craigslist.com
www.backpage.com
www.upillar.com
www.pennysaverusa.com
www.salespider.com
www.walmart.oodle.com
www.usfreeads.com
www.classifiedsforfree.com
www.sell.com
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Advertising Locations
Grocery Store
Flier or post card on pin up board
Outside ice machine
Shopping carts (plastic case attached to cart)
Walking billboard
Internet
Craigslist.org
Upillar.com
Ebay.com, etc.
Search engines:
Google.com
****
MSN.com, etc.
Social Networking:
Myspace.com
Facebook.com
Twitter.com
Meetup.com, etc.
Convenience Store
Front counter
Window
Outside ice machine
Pin up board
Small fliers for countertop
Department Store: Wal-Mart/Target, etc
Flier on pin up board
Walking billboard
Bandit signs out in grass median
Shopping carts (plastic case attached to cart)
Strip Mall
Fliers on pin up board
Walking billboard
Bandit signs out in grass median
Shopping carts (plastic case attached to cart)
Charitable Events
Ad in printed program
Bandit signs out in grass median
Free merchandise-t-shirts, hats, balloons, pens and notepads
Walking billboard
Public Events
Ad in printed program
Bandit signs out in grass median
Free merchandise-t-shirts, hats, balloons, pens and notepads
Walking billboard
Vehicle advertising
White lettering for rear window
Magnetic sign for door
Vehicle wrap
Flower cart
Painted sign or poster board
Fast-food Restaurants: McDonalds, Carl’s Jr., Burger King, etc.
Bandit signs out in grass median
Walking billboard
Laundry mats
Fliers or post cards on pin up board/window
Small fliers for countertop
Bandit signs out in grass median
Restaurants: Olive Garden, Costa Vida, Chili’s, Applebee’s, etc.
Bandit signs out in grass median
Walking billboard
Locally owned restaurants
Bandit signs out in grass median
Walking billboard
Fliers in restroom
Placemat ads
Freeway entrance and exit
Plastic pre-printed bandit sign
Poster board handwritten bandit signs
Walking billboard
Community Center
Flier or post card on pin up board
Ad on inside or on back of program
Bandit signs out in grass median
Walking billboard
High School
Ad on inside or back of Playbill or program
Ad in yearbook
Jr. High School
Ad on inside or back of Playbill or program
Ad in yearbook
Churches
Fliers or post cards on pin up board
Ad on inside or back of program
Colleges
Fliers or post cards on pin up board
Retirement center
Fliers or post cards on pin up board
Hospital
Fliers or post cards on pin up board
Health Club
Fliers or post cards on pin up board
Day Spa
Fliers or post cards on pin up board
Small business/Mom and Pop: auto repair, nails, tanning, etc.
Fliers or post cards on pin up board or window
Bandit signs out in grass median
Walking billboard
Local Sporting events
Sponsorship
Over-the-air
Banners
Bandit signs out in grass median
Free merchandise-t-shirts, hats, balloons, pens and notepads
Walking billboard
Car wash
Fliers or post cards on pin up board or window
Bandit signs out in grass median
Walking billboard
Neighborhoods
Door to door canvassing
Fliers
Door hangers
Bandit signs out in grass median
Parking lots
Fliers on windshields
Theater (Plays)
Ad on inside or back of Playbill or program
Bandit signs out in grass median
Walking billboard
Movie Theater
Onscreen ads before movie
Bandit signs out in grass median
Walking billboard
Local Radio station
30 second on air commercial
Website free classified section
Look for an ad
Create ad
Local TV station
30 second on air commercial
Website free classified section
Look for an ad
Create ad
Real Estate Professional Offices
Real Estate Agent/Realtor
Lender
Mortgage Broker
Hard money lender
Private money lender
Home inspector
General contractor
Sub-contractor
Handyman
Appraiser
Title officer
Escrow officer
Bird-dog
Investor
Property management company
Business cards
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Script Returning Buyer’s Call
Returning call
“Hi (their first name), this is (your full name), you called earlier about a property ad I have, it’s nice to meet you. (Their name) my partner and I help buyers find great real estate deals here in our area. I work with buyers like yourself to determine what you need in a home and my partner works with the properties that will best match your criteria. Do you have a few minutes to help me understand your situation and what you’re looking for?”
Note: If they have time, move forward, if not, set up a specific day and time to call them back. Also, by getting their property criteria first it allows you to develop some rapport without getting too personal right up front.
Get property criteria
“What kind of home are you looking for?”
“What city(s) are you looking at?”
“What kind of neighborhood do you want to buy in?” (Low, middle or high)
“What’s your price range?” (100k-125k, 250k-275k, etc.)
“What size of home are you looking for? “(sq ft, # of beds & # of baths)
“What about lot size?”
“Do you have any repair skills?” (If so, what type)
“Do you have any local amenities you need to be close to?”
Freeway access
Shopping
Schools
Parks
Churches, etc.
Get personal criteria
“How soon are you looking to move?”
“How many are in your family?”
“What about pets?”
“Do you have a home you need to sell before buying another?”
“Have you already talked to a lender to see what you can qualify for?”
“Do you know your credit score?”
“Do you already have down payment money set aside?”
Close conversation
“Great (their first name), now that I know your situation and what you’re looking for, I’ll call my partner to see what houses we have that match up with your criteria and then I will call you back personally to let you know what we have. If, for any reason, we don’t have one that matches up, we’ll find one ASAP! Will that work for you? Now if you have any questions for me throughout this process, simply give me a call back, I’d love to help. Thanks so much for your time today; I look forward to working with you.”
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Script Returning Investor’s Call
Returning call
“Hi (their first name), this is (your full name), you called earlier about a property ad I have, it’s great to meet you. (Their name) my partner and I help investors find great real estate deals. I work with investors like yourself to determine what you need in a property and my partner works with the properties that best match your criteria. Do you have a few minutes to help me understand your situation and what you’re looking for?”
Note: If they have time, move forward, if not, set up a specific day and time to call them back.
Get personal criteria
“What kinds of deals are you doing right now?” (Buy & sell/buy & hold/lease options, etc.)
“How often do you buy?” (Frequency)
“How fast can you close on a deal?” (Cash buyer, has financing lined up, etc.)
Get property criteria
“What kind of neighborhoods do you buy in?” (Low, middle or high)
“What’s your price range?” (100k-125k, 250k-275k, etc.)
“How much equity do you need”?
“What size of homes do you buy? “(sq ft, # of beds & # of baths)
“Do you work with rehabs?” (If so, what type and how much)
Close conversation
“Great (their first name), now that I know what you’re looking for, I’ll call my partner to see what houses we have that match up with your criteria and then I will call you back personally to let you know. If, for any reason, we don’t have one that matches up, we will get one ASAP! Will that work for you? Now if you have any questions for me throughout this process, simply call me back, I’d love to help. Thanks so much for your time today; I look forward to working with you.”
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Thank you "rp". I found lots of things I like about this thread. It details what we all need to know about where and how to get our message across to the masses. The 'how' part is easy. Common sense, we all have it.
Results!!!
thank you again. Francis Lambert
Live from Boston, Mass.
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