Advice on Skiptracing

[Kearsten M Higgs]

What sites do you use and recommend to skiptrace the returned letters to the NTC list?

Tips on other types of lists and how to market to homeowners would be helpful also.

[KC Pake]

Quote from @Kearsten M Higgs:

What sites do you use and recommend to skiptrace the returned letters to the NTC list?

Tips on other types of lists and how to market to homeowners would be helpful also.

Hi Kearsten!

Skiptracing is a valuable tool for real estate investors, especially when you're trying to locate property owners from returned mail or to expand your marketing efforts. Here are some popular skiptracing platforms and websites that investors often use:

TLOxp: This is a service by TransUnion and offers a comprehensive database to find detailed personal records.

Spokeo: Useful for basic information and sometimes provides email addresses and phone numbers.

Whitepages Pro (now Ekata): Offers identity verification data, including phone numbers, addresses, and more.

BeenVerified: This service aggregates information from various sources, giving you phone numbers, email addresses, and other details.

PeopleFinders: Similar to BeenVerified, it pulls from various sources and provides detailed reports on individuals.

BatchSkipTracing: Designed specifically for real estate professionals. They offer bulk rates which can be useful if you're dealing with a sizable list.

PropertyRadar: Apart from skip tracing, this platform offers a suite of tools for real estate professionals, especially for those in the western US.

Tips on Other Types of Lists and Marketing to Homeowners:

Driving for Dollars: This involves physically driving through neighborhoods, looking for distressed or vacant properties, and then noting the addresses to look up the owners later.

Probate Lists: Properties in probate can sometimes be acquired below market value. Check local courthouses or legal publications.

Foreclosure Lists: You can acquire these from local courthouses or subscription-based services.

Tax Delinquent Lists: Homes with overdue property taxes can be potential investment opportunities. These lists can be sourced from county tax collector offices.

Absentee Owners: These are owners who don’t live in the properties they own, often indicating landlords or out-of-state owners.

Have a great weekend!