List Source

[Richard Wilkins]

Hello my name is Rich and I'm just starting out in the wholesale business in the Lehigh Valley PA area just wanted to know is List Source something great to invest in.

[Josh Caldwell]

Hi Rich

If I understand your question correctly, you are asking if it is wise to buy lists?  then my answer is yes, if you buy a targeted list and have a good direct mail campaign to back it up.  I use two differrant list companies.  The trick is to call customer service and ask a human for the exact list that you want. 

Also consider talking to your county and see if you can get the data for free.  I live in Pittsburgh and Allegheny county will give you a data disk for $60 or so that has every bit of relevant data that the county tracks.  I also get free lists from agents, who send me expired listings in my target area.

The lists that I am willing to buy are pre- notice of default, out of town owners, etc.  Target your list and make yourself a pile of money

to your success

Josh