Hi, just wanted to share what I found. I went through Josh’s call sheet and created a pivot table with just the names and the first three phone numbers listed for each person. I called each of those numbers, and on the right side of the sheet, I noted the results. Most of the calls either didn’t get a response or the numbers were disconnected. There was one person who answered but said they weren’t looking to sell. My question is: is this kind of result typical when cold calling? I reached out to about 26 individuals, and most either didn’t answer or had disconnected numbers. Should I consider following up via email instead? Also, does the time I’m calling matter? I made the calls around 2 PM on a Friday and again around 2 PM on a Sunday on PST. What is the most optimal time? Thank you !

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Just closed and funded on a JV Deal that I got from DBR on the spreadsheet. S/O to Josh and Gilbert and all of the Cult! We got plugged in and were working with the acquisition wholesaler who told us we were fine to put our fee on top. They were contracted to seller at 165, so we said that we would profit anything over 177 and would cover closing costs... We had buyer ready and waiting and knew where they could close and it would be all cash at 185k. Buyer actually ends up telling us they can come up higher up to 190k which offends the acquisition group...I found out after viewing the HUD that this is because we would have ended up netting more than their side which was understandable so I offered to adjust the structure to make it where everything was equal...Ultimately, we had to agree to pay an additional 4-5k off of our fee to cover remaining lien on solar panels in addition to closing costs. This deal ended up getting closed and all sides were profitable. Lessons Learned: 1. Be willing to negotiate on any and all deals. 2. Be honest and firm. I had a lengthy discussion with the acquisition representative that had previously agreed verbally to equally split closing costs and the cost of the liens with me but after viewing the HUD they refused to budge. I made it clear that I was willing to compromise but did want them to acknowledge that they had moved the goal posts and shifted the terms of the agreement that we had agreed to verbally. 3. Be flexible. See above...I swallowed my pride and allow myself to be "beat" in this negotiation because ultimately what was important was getting the deal done, showing my value, and making sure that myself, my partner, and the acquisition group all got paid. Let's do some more deals babyyyyyy. HORRRRRNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNN 📯

What is a 2/1 Buy Down? The 2/1 buy down is a mortgage tool that temporarily reduces the interest rate for the first two years of the loan. Here's how it works: - Year 1: The interest rate is reduced by 2%. - Year 2: The interest rate is reduced by 1%. - Year 3 and beyond: The interest rate returns to the standard agreed-upon rate. How to Use the 2/1 Buy Down for Seller Credits: - Seller Credits: When a seller offers seller credits, they can help the buyer with closing costs or even buy down the interest rate. This helps make a deal more attractive to a buyer, especially in a market with higher interest rates. - Tool to Attract Buyers: The 2/1 Buy Down Calculator helps you present a clear breakdown of monthly savings for buyers, showing how they can afford a higher-priced home by using the seller credits to reduce their interest rate temporarily. Script for Presenting the 2/1 Buy Down to Buyers: 1. Introduce the Benefit: 2. Explain the 2/1 Buy Down: 3. Highlight the Seller Credit: 4. Use the Calculator to Show Savings: Example of a Calculation: If the interest rate on a loan is 6.5%, using the 2/1 Buy Down will reduce it to: - Year 1: 4.5% - Year 2: 5.5% - Year 3+: 6.5% This results in a lower monthly payment for the buyer in the first two years, making it easier for them to afford the home they want. Seller-Specific Strategy for Negotiation: - Seller Incentives: Encourage sellers to contribute seller credits towards this buy-down instead of reducing the sale price. This helps buyers with monthly payments without necessarily lowering the property’s listed value. - Seller Buy-In: "We’ve seen a lot of sellers gain traction in this market by offering credits for a 2/1 Buy Down because it allows buyers to afford a higher-priced home without feeling burdened by the initial payments." Closing the Deal: With this strategy, you can not only afford the house but you also lock in an amazing rate for the next two years while you settle in. Let’s take a look at some homes that might be a good fit for this program!

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