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Direct to Seller Marketing Tactics That Generate Leads for Real Estate Investors
In this episode of Uncontested Investing, we are diving deep into the power of direct-to-seller marketing for real estate investors. While many investors chase MLS deals or pay for expensive online ads, some of the most profitable opportunities still come from proven off-market deal sourcing strategies like direct mail, cold calling, door knocking, and text/email campaigns.
We break down how to build targeted seller lists, craft personalized messages that resonate with motivated sellers, and avoid the pitfalls of generic outreach. You'll also learn how to leverage CRMs, automation tools, and even AI to scale your direct-to-seller campaigns while maintaining a personal, authentic touch.
If you're serious about growing your real estate investing business, finding more off-market deals, and connecting with sellers directly, this episode is packed with actionable strategies to help you generate leads, build trust, and close more profitable deals in 2025.
Key Talking Points of the Episode
00:00 Introduction
00:47 Direct mail campaigns: postcards, flyers, frequency, and personalization
01:27 Why it works: cutting out the middleman and meeting sellers where they are
03:01 Marketing to absentee owners, probates, foreclosures, auctions
04:50 Understanding seller pain points and meeting them with empathy, not just a lowball offer
06:16 Leveraging before-and-after photos and even partnerships to build trust
08:02 The four main channels: direct mail, cold calls/voicemails, door knocking, text/email campaigns
09:11 Cold calling tips: scripts, short voicemails, and respectful follow-up
10:49 Door knocking and in-person outreach: when and how to use it carefully
11:50 Text and email campaigns: compliance, opt-outs, and why automation helps scale
14:13 Crafting effective messaging: A/B testing, empathy, and tying to community
16:31 Importance of consistency—tracking results and sticking to follow-up schedules
18:29 Using CRM tools to track outreach, analyze wins, and refine strategy
20:18 Leveraging AI tools like ChatGPT for drafting postcards, scripts, and texts
21:03 Pitfalls: generic messaging, one-channel dependence, and poor follow-up
23:20 Scaling direct-to-seller marketing: when to outsource or bring on a VA
Quotables
"Don't just come at this from the 'I want your house at a discount' vibe. Meet them as people first."
"Generic, impersonal messages get tossed in the trash more often than not."
"Scaling is about systemizing scripts, automation, and knowing when to outsource."
Links
RCN Capital
https://www.rcncapital.com/podcast
https://www.instagram.com/rcn_capital/
REI INK
https://rei-ink.com/
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By REI Ink MagazineIn this episode of Uncontested Investing, we are diving deep into the power of direct-to-seller marketing for real estate investors. While many investors chase MLS deals or pay for expensive online ads, some of the most profitable opportunities still come from proven off-market deal sourcing strategies like direct mail, cold calling, door knocking, and text/email campaigns.
We break down how to build targeted seller lists, craft personalized messages that resonate with motivated sellers, and avoid the pitfalls of generic outreach. You'll also learn how to leverage CRMs, automation tools, and even AI to scale your direct-to-seller campaigns while maintaining a personal, authentic touch.
If you're serious about growing your real estate investing business, finding more off-market deals, and connecting with sellers directly, this episode is packed with actionable strategies to help you generate leads, build trust, and close more profitable deals in 2025.
Key Talking Points of the Episode
00:00 Introduction
00:47 Direct mail campaigns: postcards, flyers, frequency, and personalization
01:27 Why it works: cutting out the middleman and meeting sellers where they are
03:01 Marketing to absentee owners, probates, foreclosures, auctions
04:50 Understanding seller pain points and meeting them with empathy, not just a lowball offer
06:16 Leveraging before-and-after photos and even partnerships to build trust
08:02 The four main channels: direct mail, cold calls/voicemails, door knocking, text/email campaigns
09:11 Cold calling tips: scripts, short voicemails, and respectful follow-up
10:49 Door knocking and in-person outreach: when and how to use it carefully
11:50 Text and email campaigns: compliance, opt-outs, and why automation helps scale
14:13 Crafting effective messaging: A/B testing, empathy, and tying to community
16:31 Importance of consistency—tracking results and sticking to follow-up schedules
18:29 Using CRM tools to track outreach, analyze wins, and refine strategy
20:18 Leveraging AI tools like ChatGPT for drafting postcards, scripts, and texts
21:03 Pitfalls: generic messaging, one-channel dependence, and poor follow-up
23:20 Scaling direct-to-seller marketing: when to outsource or bring on a VA
Quotables
"Don't just come at this from the 'I want your house at a discount' vibe. Meet them as people first."
"Generic, impersonal messages get tossed in the trash more often than not."
"Scaling is about systemizing scripts, automation, and knowing when to outsource."
Links
RCN Capital
https://www.rcncapital.com/podcast
https://www.instagram.com/rcn_capital/
REI INK
https://rei-ink.com/