Recruiting and Hiring "Bird Dog"

[Nancy E.]

Hello to my Bigger Pockets community.

I am hoping some of my colleagues can provide advice.  We are considering hiring a “Bird Dog.” Someone to track down dig leads within a defined district or zip code. The person can use the “riding for dollars” methodology or research city records.  I located Joshua Dorkin document, which was uploaded five years ago.   Has anyone used this document and what was the outcome?

Below are my questions:

• How do you hire a Bird Dog? Is there a specific type of payment method to be used? For instance, per confirmed lead, an hourly rate, or fees derived from the actual purchase of a property.
• What do you have the Bird Dog do, since the services can vary based on need and/or city?
• Can the service be contracted out from a temporary agency?

If someone has had a successful experience with the “Bird Dog” process, please feel free to contact me or provide your advice via this forum.

Thank you