Use this guide to learn how to find the best off-market deals in Austin or any U.S city by using common online and offline methods.

Pricereduced "Off-market" homes or investments are those not already listed in your area's Multiple Listing Service (MLS), which is provided by your local Board of REALTORS®. 

If you're an agent, buyer or investor looking for a good deal in commercial real estate, a home or land, non-MLS listings are the holy grail. You should also read our previous article on 33 Ways to find a Motivated Seller.

Top 10 Ways to Find Off Market Deals for the Best Price on a Home, Land, or Commercial Real Estate Property.

NOTE: If you're not an agent, you may need to get one to assist you.

10. "Drive for Dollars". Drive your area every 7 to 10 days to check for changes. Is there a new "For Sale By Owner" sign? Newspapers piling up on a doorstep? Home gone further into disrepair? Home being fixed up a little? You may have an owner ready to sell soon.

9.Out-of-town owners. Check your tax appraisal records for owners with addresses in another state or city. Send them a letter or offer directly. The further they live, the better the deal.

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5 Comments on Top 10 Ways Find the Best Off-Market Deals in Your Area

Thanks for the post I will be checking this out

03/28/2008 08:26 AM by Charlie Ragonesi Big Canoe Realestate Jasper,Ellijay,Ball Ground,Benttree (All Mountain Realty)

Nice list.  Also, good job transitioning between AR and your website.

 

 

03/28/2008 09:17 AM by Erik Hitzelberger, --Louisville-Bullitt County Real Estate (RE/MAX Alliance)

Dee - Thanks for the ideas and the links. I will check out the links and see what I can learn and use in my business.

03/28/2008 09:26 AM by Solaris Realty

Dee,

A serial post.....I will follow.

03/28/2008 09:49 AM by Dan Brudnok - Realtor, e-PRO, ABR, CSP - Chester County RE Professional (Keller Williams - Exton - PA License Number #RS225179L )

Great ideas for everyone - the home buyer and the realtor.

04/08/2008 05:10 PM by Property Management

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