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All Forum Posts by: Cass R. Smith

Cass R. Smith has started 32 posts and replied 132 times.

Post: Absentee owner list

Cass R. SmithPosted
  • Investor
  • Richmond, VA
  • Posts 137
  • Votes 42

What's up @Michael Webster 

I purchased a list about a week ago...this is what I read to help me use Listsource....it was confusing when I first tried to buy a list about a month ago.  We need to talk about soon because I've been getting some traction this past month.   I'm willing to share my results and whats been working for me. 

Hope this helps! 

https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/93/topics/127125-listsource

Post: Purchase Price Esitimates

Cass R. SmithPosted
  • Investor
  • Richmond, VA
  • Posts 137
  • Votes 42

not very reliable from my expericence.  I use Zillow but I scroll down and find "recent homes sales" near the property.  They'll give you a better idea of what houses are going for in the area. @Precious Thompson 

Post: The Gold is in the follow up right? I need a little help..

Cass R. SmithPosted
  • Investor
  • Richmond, VA
  • Posts 137
  • Votes 42

Hello BP world! 

I received two letters back due to the owners being deceased...

What should be my next steps to find next of kin or probate info.  I searched for the  obituary  online and found 3 people that could be the woman.   Not sure what I should try? This is a new step for me so maybe with experience dealing skin probates or deceased sellers can help. 

Thanks 

Post: Inspirational quote of the day...

Cass R. SmithPosted
  • Investor
  • Richmond, VA
  • Posts 137
  • Votes 42

I like that @Adrian Tilley 

Post: Where can we get targeted lead lists for direct mail marketing campaigns?

Cass R. SmithPosted
  • Investor
  • Richmond, VA
  • Posts 137
  • Votes 42

I just used listsource.  Pretty good so far....before you pay call and ask for preferred pricing and the prices drop drastically.  A list of 1,822 leads went from $1,174 down to $770.  @Ellyn Bussey 

Post: Cold Calling Made Easier? Try SlyDial..

Cass R. SmithPosted
  • Investor
  • Richmond, VA
  • Posts 137
  • Votes 42

Yes out of 30 calls placed over a 10 minute period I had 3 call backs.  I looked at one property so far....and the other 2 our scheduling has been off but I will keep trying.  I think I will be using this method a lot more.  @Auspria Wade @Robert Williams @Derek Martin 

Post: Does anyone else moonlight to increase their Marketing budget?

Cass R. SmithPosted
  • Investor
  • Richmond, VA
  • Posts 137
  • Votes 42

I look for houses even at night....its a different challenge but I'm usually able to see which houses have any type of lights or porch light on.  Its also still easy to see boarded up windows and houses with really tall grass even at night for the most part.  I normally take note of the address I used to drop the rider off and scope the neighborhood again the next morning.  @Roland Paicely 

Post: Does anyone else moonlight to increase their Marketing budget?

Cass R. SmithPosted
  • Investor
  • Richmond, VA
  • Posts 137
  • Votes 42

Just wanted to see if any other newbie investors moon light as a way to invest in marketing materials. 

I've recently started being a Uber driver for about 2-4 hours a night around town.  I like it because its good money, weekly pay, I setup my own hours, and I've been able to network with so many people because a ride doesnt go by where a rider does not ask If i do this full time or not...which always leads to be a real estate investor by day....I always end up giving out a card or two each night I work. 

Right now they're doing a $100 sign on bonus if anyone is interested.  I can give you the promo code.

Post: BirdDogs - Finding them and paying them.

Cass R. SmithPosted
  • Investor
  • Richmond, VA
  • Posts 137
  • Votes 42

I have one if you're still looking @Cassie Davis just send me an email [REMOVED]