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The Real Estate Wholesaling Bible: The Fastest, Easiest Way to Get Started in Real Estate Investing
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Learn how to make money wholesaling real estate without having to swing a hammer or deal with tenants.
Wholesaling is one of the best ways to get started making money in the world of real estate investing. Think of it as the day trading of real estate except it is simpler and has less risk if you learn how the process works. In fact when you learn how to do it the right way, you can minimize your risk substantially. The Real Estate Wholesaling Bible teaches what you need to know to profit from real estate wholesaling without needing a lot of capital or previous experience. This rapidly expanding business is relatively simple, profitable, and perfect for today's real estate market. Plus it's an ideal system for making money even in the toughest real estate markets. All you will need to get started is a computer, an Internet connection, this audiobook, some passion, and a lot of curiosity.

  •  Teaches the mechanics of how to wholesale real estate, including exactly how to find, analyze, finance, and sell wholesale deals like clockwork
  •  Explains how actually to build a business and develop systems that are not dependent on you as the business owner
  •  Shows how to develop a turnkey, systems-dependent business that serves as a vehicle for all the people it touches: the owners, the employees, and the community
    Many real estate investors' ideas of success focus squarely on profitability. Author Than Merrill believes success happens when your real estate investment business is not only profitable but also gives you the time to enjoy your life and fulfill your passions and dreams.

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    Wholesaling is one of the best ways to get started making money in the world of real estate investing. Think of it as the day trading of real estate except it is simpler and has less risk if you learn how the process works. In fact when you learn how to do it the right way, you can minimize your risk substantially. The Real Estate Wholesaling Bible teaches what you need to know to profit from real estate wholesaling without needing a lot of capital or previous experience. This rapidly expanding business is relatively simple, profitable, and perfect for today's real estate market. Plus it's an ideal system for making money even in the toughest real estate markets. All you will need to get started is a computer, an Internet connection, this audiobook, some passion, and a lot of curiosity.

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  •  Explains how actually to build a business and develop systems that are not dependent on you as the business owner
  •  Shows how to develop a turnkey, systems-dependent business that serves as a vehicle for all the people it touches: the owners, the employees, and the community
    Many real estate investors' ideas of success focus squarely on profitability. Author Than Merrill believes success happens when your real estate investment business is not only profitable but also gives you the time to enjoy your life and fulfill your passions and dreams.

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    Introduction 1

    The Shrinking Middle Class in America 1

    How I Got Started Investing in Real Estate 3

    Why We Decided to Start Wholesaling 4

    Set Skepticism Aside—It Will Hold You Back 5

    Is This Book for You? 6

    The Catalyst to a Better Life 7

    1 Wholesaling Overview: What's in It for You? 9

    The Benefits of Learning How to Wholesale Real Estate 9

    Conclusion 13

    2 Getting to Know Your Local Real Estate Market 15

    The Importance of Gaining Intimate Local Market Knowledge 15

    Step 1: Gain an Understanding of Local Market Metrics 16

    Step 2: Get to Know Price Points of Properties by Neighborhood 17

    Step 3: Understand Zoning Laws within the Market 18

    Step 4: Study Your Competition 19

    Step 5: Identify Key Real Estate Professionals in the Market 19

    Set Your Focus 20

    Conclusion 20

    3 Establishing Your Marketing Presence 21

    Foundational Marketing Materials 21

    Business Cards 22

    Seller Credibility Packet 22

    Buyer Credibility Packet 23

    Private Money Credibility Packet 23

    Core Website 24

    Facebook Page for Your Business 25

    Easy-to-Remember Phone Number 25

    Memorable Business Name 26

    Logo and Business Color Schemes 26

    Conclusion 26

    4 Understanding the Pre-Foreclosure Process 27

    Definition of Foreclosure and How to Learn Your State's Process 27

    Types of Foreclosure 28

    Buying Properties from People in Foreclosure 32

    Conclusion 33

    5 Finding Pre-Foreclosure Properties 37

    Finding Recent Pre-foreclosure Property Filings 37

    Conclusion 40

    6 Finding Wholesale Deals Utilizing Direct Mail Campaigns 41

    Step 1: Find the Best List 42

    Step 2: Decide How Many Times You Will Mail the Prospect 44

    Step 3: Create a Spreadsheet to Track Your Mailings 44

    Step 4: Determine What Types of Direct Mail Pieces You Will Use 45

    Step 5: Craft a Compelling Message 46

    Step 6: Choose Postage 48

    Step 7: Set Up Your Inbound System 49

    Step 8: Fulfill Your Campaigns 49

    Step 9: Note Response Rates 50

    Conclusion 50

    7 Finding Deals on the Multiple Listing Service 53

    The MLS Offer System 53

    Outsource Steps within the System 56

    Conclusion 57

    8 Finding Deals Utilizing Craigslist 59

    Searching for Properties under the "Real Estate for Sale" Section 59

    Searching for Properties by Keyword 60

    Contacting Landlords Who Are Renting Properties 60

    Contacting People Having Estate Sales 61

    Creating Advertisements that Get People to Contact You 61

    Creating a Compelling Ad Title/Headline 61

    Using Symbols to Make Your Title/Headline Stand Out 62

    What the Body of Your Advertisement Should Communicate 62

    Conclusion 64

    9 Other Killer Ways to Find Profitable Real Estate Deals 65

    Purchasing Internet Leads 65

    Questions to Ask about Purchasing Internet Leads 66

    Facebook 67

    Facebook Ads 67

    Other Real Estate Professionals and Investors 68

    Door Hangers 69

    Bus Bench Advertising 69

    Banners 69

    Vehicle Wraps 70

    Car Magnets 70

    Billboards 71

    Television Advertising 72

    Conclusion 72

    10 Overview of How to Value Real Estate 73

    The Cost Approach 73

    The Income Approach 74

    The Sales Comparison Approach 74

    A Word of Caution 75

    Always Determine the Highest and Best Use of the...

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