With rising material costs, shifting buyer preferences, and tighter margins, investors have to be smart about their approach.💡 How are you finding solid flip deals in this market?

I’m actively working on agent outreach and direct-to-seller approaches and would love to collaborate or learn more about your investing criteria.This community has been such a tremendous resource for me, and I’m eager to give back by helping others find great opportunities in Columbus.

However, I wouldn't recommend this approach as it could lead to big trouble and fines (up to $10,000 per non-compliant message). 

This approach gives them 180 days to sell, rather than to buy, which can alleviate some timing pressures.Based on OP's post it sounds like what they want is: 1.

Unlike seasoned investors or repeat homebuyers who understand how to move quickly, many younger buyers approach the process with caution, often leading to missed opportunities.Why Gen Z Is Struggling to Keep UpOne of the key reasons Gen Z buyers are struggling is delayed decision-making.

Solve their problem, and you’ll get paid.5️⃣ YOUR APPROACH IS STALEAre you just going through the motions?

For agents on here—how do you adjust your approach when dealing with investor clients?

@Frankie Lotrec if you have an existing loan on the property and you plan to legally convert from a 4 unit to 5 unit , you should check the loan documents because you’d essentially be converting it to a commercial property, since 5+ units is considered commercial and subject to different appraisal approaches and so it would rule out the property being considered for purchasers utilizing residential financing.  

As you look at different RE approaches then figure out how you will Scale to the size you need.  

It sounds like you have a solid, strategic approach, especially with a focus on value-add properties in appreciating markets.