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All Forum Posts by: Dustin Johns

Dustin Johns has started 11 posts and replied 37 times.

Post: FHA REO How do I?

Dustin JohnsPosted
  • Real Estate Agent
  • Columbia, SC
  • Posts 93
  • Votes 6

Here's the story;

Property went to a county foreclosure in February. Nobody bid so the bank got it back. The mortgage was with Firstar and FHA. I called Firstar to make an offer (I have a cash buyer) and was told too late. Got sent to FHA.

Question is, how do I get to this property before it becomes an REO, if it has not already? Any ideas on a FHA property like this?

Its killing me cause I have my buyer ready and I missed it.... Thanks for any help in advance....

Post: Probate Real Estate Investing

Dustin JohnsPosted
  • Real Estate Agent
  • Columbia, SC
  • Posts 93
  • Votes 6
Originally posted by Dan Koch:
I think you should search around the forum before you buy a coarse. I have been investing in probates for the last 3 years and it is very profitable if you are on top of your marketing.

If you have any questions shoot me a message and I will try to point you in the right direction.

Do I have to follow you to send a message? I didnt see the option for colleague request anymore? or you could email me. My address is at the bottom of my post. I would like to talk for a few minutes. Maybe could partner on a deal or two in exchange for your time??

Post: Probate Real Estate Investing

Dustin JohnsPosted
  • Real Estate Agent
  • Columbia, SC
  • Posts 93
  • Votes 6

I dont mind spending a few bucks on purchasing someones package. I'm looking at the diamond farming probate kit from Gary Degrazio. It seems to be geared toward agents and other re pro's. Any suggestions on which to purchase????

Post: Probate Real Estate Investing

Dustin JohnsPosted
  • Real Estate Agent
  • Columbia, SC
  • Posts 93
  • Votes 6

Anybody here at BP have experience in Probate Real Estate? It seems very interesting and possibly a profitable niche. Where do I begin?

Post: Investment Rules of Thumb

Dustin JohnsPosted
  • Real Estate Agent
  • Columbia, SC
  • Posts 93
  • Votes 6

Thanks Jon. Keep them coming....

Post: Investment Rules of Thumb

Dustin JohnsPosted
  • Real Estate Agent
  • Columbia, SC
  • Posts 93
  • Votes 6

I think its a good idea to compile a "rule of thumb" list for investment purchases. For example, the .02% rule, or you max purchase % based on ARV. This would be a great resource for me and other investors, new or seasoned. Thanks in Advance for any contributions......

Post: Michael Kimble???

Dustin JohnsPosted
  • Real Estate Agent
  • Columbia, SC
  • Posts 93
  • Votes 6
Originally posted by Anthony Larson:
thats not an untapped source I know a few brokers that buy RE this way


Are they successful in doing so??? Please elaborate...

Post: Michael Kimble???

Dustin JohnsPosted
  • Real Estate Agent
  • Columbia, SC
  • Posts 93
  • Votes 6

He didnt elablorate too much on specific chapters. The only enticing aspect for me is that I know tons of investors locally, none of which are doing anything like this. The "little to no competition" is always a great sales pitch but I truely dont know anyone using this angle. Might be worth a 997 gamble. Thats a normal football weekend for me anyway!!!

Post: Michael Kimble???

Dustin JohnsPosted
  • Real Estate Agent
  • Columbia, SC
  • Posts 93
  • Votes 6

It was about "private liquidation investing". Seems like an untapped angle. Working with attorneys and the court system to get contracts on forced sales of RE and the contents. Divorce, bankruptcy, etc. Of course the price range is $997- 2991. Have you heard much of this Stacy Kellams?

Post: Contacting Asset Managers?

Dustin JohnsPosted
  • Real Estate Agent
  • Columbia, SC
  • Posts 93
  • Votes 6
Originally posted by Anson Young:
Originally posted by James Harkness:
Yes, as far as I know, most companies have a separate REO department. While they are in essence "asset managers", the term asset manager generally refers to those who can perform work outs on delinquent loans and try to help a borrower to keep from losing their property. Once the property is foreclosed on, there is nothing left for an asset manager to do with it, so it gets passed on to the REO department.


Selling properties for 35 banks for 2 years, and every single specialist who handles the sale of the property at every bank we work with is called an Asset Manager in the REO dept.



How long has it taken you to build such relationships with 35 banks? You list the REO's or do they offer the properties to you first?