How to find the "Real Deals"

[Ed L.]

I have been reading up on Wholesale Strategies and I am wanting to know how to find Deals and what is working.

I'm a Realtor so I have full access to 2 MLS. This has been my most active source of deals, but there is always a tremendous amount of competition when buying good REO listings. The real deals always go over asking price.

From reading on the board it seems that the MLS is regarded as a novice source of deals.

What are some good ways to find reals deals before there is a tremendous amount of competition???

I would be glad to work with a wholesaler in the area, but I don't know of any. There are people who claim to be selling deals but most are selling retail BS.

I'm basically asking how to find deals like a wholesaler. Most people asking wholesale questions are focused on finding buyers. That's not a issue for me.

I'm just wanting to know what is working for you guys and gals.