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General Real Estate Investing
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Hello All,

I am new to the site and would appreciate some constructive advice.

My first question is what are the best avenues for marketing that have worked for you? (Flyers, Classifieds, Mailers, etc…)

Second - How to uncover deals in the market? (Investment Realtors, foreclosures, Door-to-Door, etc…) I have been reading the local Countain that lists properties that will be sold on the courthouse steps, but know little about how this works. Is this a profitable resource?

My plan is to flip houses on the side of my “real job” and I would like to avoid as many barriers and time restraints as possible, any suggestions or success stories would be beneficial.

Thank You

TS

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SMSGroup,

Flyers and mailers are the favorite marketing methods of the real estate gurus because they can sell you an expensive course on these topics. Personally, I have never done either and have found the most effective marketing method to be getting out of the house and meeting people. In my opinion, it is absolutely critical to join your local REIA and make friends with the SUCCESSFUL investors in your area.

Foreclosure sales and tax sales can be a good way to get deals, but you’ve really got to understand the process in your state. They can be quite risky.

Good Luck,

Mike