Looking to bulk sale SFH w/seller financing -what is best way?

[Jason Fila]

I have 4 properties in WA state, an hour ferry ride from Seattle. 2 are SFH and 2 are townhomes. All are rented to great tenants. But I an looking to divest from real estate. I'm fine to do 5 year seller financing and allow subject if other terms are met. What is best way to market this to another investor?

[Greg Bishop]

Understand the tax implications of divesting from the properties as well as taking on seller financing. Make sure that strategy fits into your investing time horizon and goals and makes sense from a return perspective. Understand the risks and process for offering seller financing. Then decide whether you want to proceed in that manner based upon the risk/rewards of divesting in this manner.

Are these properties performing? Will they still perform under terms that may attract a typical investor? You will need to create the story for why these properties are a good investment, especially if you are divesting for distressed reasons. There are many online marketplaces, including BP, where you can post your properties.

Aside from selling by owner off the MLS, which offers the greatest flexibility to make a "deal" with an investor, generally it might be best to work with a seasoned investor friendly seller's agent that can guide you through the process and potentially find an investor. To me, it is probably worth the commission.

I am not a large investor myself and this is what I would do if it were me. I wish I could be better help on specifics, but this is just the start of the process.