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All Forum Posts by: Doug Eric Gueirn

Doug Eric Gueirn has started 6 posts and replied 26 times.

Quote from @Michael Diossa:

As mentioned above,by based on what I'm hearing, it seems that you intend to sell this property in bulk. To ensure profitability, it's recommended that you stick to the 65% rule when acquiring the property and then price it at 70% when presenting it to potential buyers.


 Okay, now we are getting somewhere.

Quote from @Bob Stevens:
Quote from @Doug Eric Gueirn:

How do I calculate an offer on a piece of property that does not need much renovation or repairs? Will investors take properties that may not have a massive amount of profit? Can I realistically find a buyer that is okay with a small profit if it is all cash? 


 Its ALL about the numbers, nobody is going to invest, 250k to make 5 - 10k, or 500k to make 20k,,, PLEASE connect with those doing deals, learn then apply what you learn

Good luck 


 So would you say then that $50,000 is most likely the minimum of what a good deal to an investor would be for a property of $300k-$500K?

I understand that, but my question more focuses on the offer and what a buyer would find to be a good deal so he will take my contract. Im just trying to understand what I should try to negotiate to so both parties can feel like they have got a good deal. 

I am looking for a book, preferably an audio book on how to make wholesale deals. I already have a couple audio's on the "How to Wholesale", but I am now looking for a "How to make a Deal" book that outlines the the specifics on how to make a good deal. Also, any suggestions on the creative financing "How to makie a deal" would be appreciated aswell. 

Quote from @Andrew Bosco:

There are numerous kind of investors. People that prefer appreciation, added-value, rental growth etc. You are looking more at turn-key properties. Decide what metric you're trying to assess (in this case it sounds like appreciation over time) and line it up with your buyers list. Some buyers maybe in your criteria - not all though. Do your own due diligence on buyers and their criteria.  

I just want to make sure that I am able to market the agreement to qualified buyers and give the seller a fair price. I understand that time and experience will be the teacher in all this but as I am just starting out, I want to make sure that I am not shooting myself in the foot. 

How do I calculate an offer on a piece of property that does not need much renovation or repairs? Will investors take properties that may not have a massive amount of profit? Can I realistically find a buyer that is okay with a small profit if it is all cash? 

Post: Contract says that I am the buyer

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Quote from @Ryan Kelly:

@Doug Eric Gueirn anytime you execute a contract as a buyer, you ARE on the hook for the purchase unless you terminate or assign the contract. Know what you are getting into before tying up sellers in deals. It could end badly and get you into legal difficulties. I recommend consulting an attorney and get more education on the process.

 I found a contract that will protect me in this situation.

Post: Contract says that I am the buyer

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Quote from @Ryan Kelly:

@Doug Eric Gueirn anytime you execute a contract as a buyer, you ARE on the hook for the purchase unless you terminate or assign the contract. Know what you are getting into before tying up sellers in deals. It could end badly and get you into legal difficulties. I recommend consulting an attorney and get more education on the process.


 %100

Post: Contract says that I am the buyer

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Quote from @Marc Maitre:

It sounds like you're jumping in and not understanding what wholesaling is. You have equitable interest in a property you can assign to an end buyer. First, stop thinking you are lying to sellers because there is value to be added by wholesalers. If it makes you feel comfortable, first, I will go the bird-dog route to connect with actual investors and buyers and go out and find deals for them. That will get you to experience doing off-market research and lead generation. Secondly, you must ensure you get the property at a considerable discount and have clauses on your contract to opt out of the deal. I have rebuttals if the seller asks questions about whether you are buying the property. Please send me a DM


 It just makes me nervous when I sign a contract on the buyer line. I get that there is language that says we can assign the contract but I still get nervous thinking that I will be responsible for the purchase price of  the property. I just need to submit my contract to a lawyer to make %100 sure that I am not liable for the purchase price of the property. 

Post: Contract says that I am the buyer

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Quote from @Steve K.:
Quote from @Doug Eric Gueirn:
Quote from @Steve K.:

Yeah, definitely don't sign a contract saying you have the intent and ability to buy a property if you have neither because that would be inducing the seller to enter into an agreement under false pretenses/ "fraud in the inducement" (misleading the other party as to the facts upon which he/she will base his/her decision).  The contract could be voidable and you could even be held liable for any damages the seller incurs due to you tying up their property by lying to them. So don't lie. Also don't get legal advice from BP or any wholesaling "gurus". Talk to an attorney. 

That makes sense. What are the wholsalers using as contracts to make these deals? What clause states that "I" am the entity securing the contract and having the right to sell or assaign the contract to the person who intends to buy the property?


 You'll need an assignment clause and make sure to be transparent with the seller on what your intention is. Ideally you'll have a buyer (or several) lined up already so that you're not just tying up the property without providing any value. If you do that you could cause financial damages to the seller and potentially find yourself in hot water (for example if they're facing foreclosure and your actions cause the clock to run out on them, or the market turns for the worse while you're under contract, and you don't actually find a buyer and don't perform on the contract, then the seller would be worse off than if they had never talked to you). You should talk to an attorney about the correct contract language/ assignment clause and all the legalities of wholesaling in your location so that you stay within the law. I wouldn't get legal advice on here, and wholesaling legally can be tricky. 


 Yeah you are %100 right. Anyone working in a business as complex as real estate should be consulting a lawyer anyway. So I will be speaking with one before I try to do anymore deals.