20 Ways to Find Real Estate Deals in 2026
Summary
This article from BiggerPockets outlines 20 ways real estate investors can find deals, leveraging technology and focusing on motivated sellers. Hosts can use these strategies, such as targeting properties in pre-foreclosure or with tax delinquencies, to find potential investment opportunities and expand their portfolios. The article suggests using tools like PropStream for lead generation.
Key Insights
- •Investors who combine hustle with innovative technology are more likely to thrive, as it allows for quicker identification of properties that fit their investment style.
- •Motivated sellers are key to finding deals. The article lists 20 lead types including auctions, pre-foreclosures, tax delinquencies, and vacant properties that may signal motivated sellers.
Action Items
- ✓Explore opportunities by identifying 'tired landlords' looking for hassle-free exits and highlight 1031 exchange opportunities to attract them.Effort: lowImpact: medium
- ✓Consider identifying distressed properties such as those with unpaid taxes, multiple liens, or pre-foreclosure status to find motivated sellers. Contact owners as soon as default notices appear to provide options before they lose the property.Effort: mediumImpact: medium
Tools & Resources
- →PropStream: PropStream is mentioned as a tool that consolidates the lead generation process, helping investors find deals.
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