# Getting Started **URL:** https://forum.retipster.com/c/real-estate-beginners/29.md [Latest](https://forum.retipster.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.retipster.com/categories.md) --- ## [About the Getting Started category](https://forum.retipster.com/t/about-the-getting-started-category/31)
**Author:** [@deleted\_user](https://forum.retipster.com/u/deleted_user)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 23, 2024, 7:32pm UTC](https://forum.retipster.com/t/about-the-getting-started-category/31 "2024-03-23T19:32:03Z")
If you’re just getting started in real estate, this is where you can ask questions and learn the basics of how to choose the right niche, find a mentor, find deals and make money with real estate. --- ## [Buying and selling out of state business structure?](https://forum.retipster.com/t/buying-and-selling-out-of-state-business-structure/10924)
**Author:** [@GarrettM](https://forum.retipster.com/u/GarrettM)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 10, 2026, 2:28pm UTC](https://forum.retipster.com/t/buying-and-selling-out-of-state-business-structure/10924 "2026-02-10T14:28:13Z")
From a business standpoint how are most of you approaching the concept of buying and selling land across multiple states? When starting out are you operating in your name or as an LLC? My understanding is that with an LL… --- ## [Where to Hire a Land Investing Virtual Assistant](https://forum.retipster.com/t/where-to-hire-a-land-investing-virtual-assistant/10991)
**Author:** [@theresafindsland](https://forum.retipster.com/u/theresafindsland)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2026, 2:00am UTC](https://forum.retipster.com/t/where-to-hire-a-land-investing-virtual-assistant/10991 "2026-02-08T02:00:47Z")
Hey we are hiring, looking for an overseas VA to do comping and acquisitions work. Not interested in an agency since they will be a full-time salaried position. Does anyone have recommendations or know of someone looking… --- ## [Deciding Whether to do Blind or Neutral Offer](https://forum.retipster.com/t/deciding-whether-to-do-blind-or-neutral-offer/10634)
**Author:** [@Riley\_Hazelrigg](https://forum.retipster.com/u/Riley_Hazelrigg)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 16, 2025, 5:16am UTC](https://forum.retipster.com/t/deciding-whether-to-do-blind-or-neutral-offer/10634 "2025-10-16T05:16:34Z")
Hi All! I’m gearing up to do my first land deal and would love some input on my initial mailing campaign. I’ve selected a specific ZIP code within a county to target and am debating whether to send blind offers or neutr… --- ## [OpenPhone Toll-Free Registration Rejected: How to Fix](https://forum.retipster.com/t/openphone-toll-free-registration-rejected-how-to-fix/10387)
**Author:** [@Ken\_Middleton](https://forum.retipster.com/u/Ken_Middleton)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2025, 2:50pm UTC](https://forum.retipster.com/t/openphone-toll-free-registration-rejected-how-to-fix/10387 "2025-08-08T14:50:38Z")
Hello all, Can anyone help with the below issue? I’m trying to register my toll free number on OpenPhone and I got this rejection yesterday. “Opt-in workflow provided was not sufficient. Opt-in cannot combine consent … --- ## [New Wholesaler in Gwinnett County GA Seeking a Mentor](https://forum.retipster.com/t/new-wholesaler-in-gwinnett-county-ga-seeking-a-mentor/9300)
**Author:** [@Jardin\_Gwin](https://forum.retipster.com/u/Jardin_Gwin)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 3, 2025, 12:54am UTC](https://forum.retipster.com/t/new-wholesaler-in-gwinnett-county-ga-seeking-a-mentor/9300 "2025-07-03T00:54:17Z")
Hey everyone, I’m new to real estate wholesaling and looking to connect with experienced investors for guidance. I currently work a 9-to-5 job while attending college, so I’m balancing wholesaling with my schedule. Inst… --- ## [Assigning Contracts to Buyers: Best Marketing Channels and Practices](https://forum.retipster.com/t/assigning-contracts-to-buyers-best-marketing-channels-and-practices/105)
**Author:** [@lschultz](https://forum.retipster.com/u/lschultz)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 16, 2025, 6:07pm UTC](https://forum.retipster.com/t/assigning-contracts-to-buyers-best-marketing-channels-and-practices/105 "2025-06-16T18:07:15Z")
Trying to fine the best ways to market signed contracts I can assign to buyers. I assume Zillow doesn’t allow it. How about FB Marketplace, Craigslist, individuals who buy assigned contracts, etc. Also, does REI allow po… --- ## [Closing time on purchase agreement](https://forum.retipster.com/t/closing-time-on-purchase-agreement/9245)
**Author:** [@fauchern](https://forum.retipster.com/u/fauchern)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 19, 2025, 11:07pm UTC](https://forum.retipster.com/t/closing-time-on-purchase-agreement/9245 "2025-04-19T23:07:13Z")
What is the amount of time you put in your purchase agreement that you will close on the property? I’ve heard 3 months and six months and want to make sure I get enough time to do my due diligence without the seller losi… --- ## [Recommendations Needed for a Registered Agent](https://forum.retipster.com/t/recommendations-needed-for-a-registered-agent/9369)
**Author:** [@Jonny\_deVille](https://forum.retipster.com/u/Jonny_deVille)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 9, 2025, 10:31am UTC](https://forum.retipster.com/t/recommendations-needed-for-a-registered-agent/9369 "2025-04-09T10:31:12Z")
I’m looking for some recommendations for a registered agent that can help us set up an LLC in Wyoming. It’s difficult to gauge who is reputable through online reviews as everyone seems to be getting a bad rap. Can someo… --- ## [Cold Emailing Skip Traced Leads: Does It Work?](https://forum.retipster.com/t/cold-emailing-skip-traced-leads-does-it-work/9295)
**Author:** [@theakx](https://forum.retipster.com/u/theakx)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 19, 2025, 1:52pm UTC](https://forum.retipster.com/t/cold-emailing-skip-traced-leads-does-it-work/9295 "2025-03-19T13:52:13Z")
Hi everyone, I’ve been experimenting with cold emailing targeting property owners, and I’m looking to gather some insights from others who’ve had success with it. I’ve had some experience with cold email in a B2B setti… --- ## [Messaging FSBO Listings on Facebook and LandWatch](https://forum.retipster.com/t/messaging-fsbo-listings-on-facebook-and-landwatch/9297)
**Author:** [@theakx](https://forum.retipster.com/u/theakx)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 19, 2025, 4:02am UTC](https://forum.retipster.com/t/messaging-fsbo-listings-on-facebook-and-landwatch/9297 "2025-03-19T04:02:06Z")
Hey everyone, I’ve been exploring the idea of messaging FSBO (For Sale By Owner) listings on platforms like Facebook Marketplace, LandWatch, and similar sites, and I wanted to get a sense of whether this has been a succ… --- ## [A2P Texting Registration and Opt-In Rules](https://forum.retipster.com/t/a2p-texting-registration-and-opt-in-rules/9296)
**Author:** [@theakx](https://forum.retipster.com/u/theakx)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2025, 6:24pm UTC](https://forum.retipster.com/t/a2p-texting-registration-and-opt-in-rules/9296 "2025-03-18T18:24:03Z")
Hey everyone, I’ve been hearing a lot about how successful investors are with texting campaigns, but I have some questions about navigating the A2P (Application-to-Person) registration process, specifically when it come… --- ## [Populations numbers to consider](https://forum.retipster.com/t/populations-numbers-to-consider/9260)
**Author:** [@fauchern](https://forum.retipster.com/u/fauchern)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 13, 2025, 5:30pm UTC](https://forum.retipster.com/t/populations-numbers-to-consider/9260 "2025-03-13T17:30:51Z")
Is there a certain population minimum or maximum you look for when choosing a county? Thanks, Nicole --- ## [How Accurate is the Assessor's Land Value?](https://forum.retipster.com/t/how-accurate-is-the-assessors-land-value/9063)
**Author:** [@Rob\_G](https://forum.retipster.com/u/Rob_G)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [February 9, 2025, 4:17pm UTC](https://forum.retipster.com/t/how-accurate-is-the-assessors-land-value/9063 "2025-02-09T16:17:05Z")
I was wondering how accurate the county assessors are on land value --- ## [Looking for a Great Name for Your Land Flipping Company?](https://forum.retipster.com/t/looking-for-a-great-name-for-your-land-flipping-company/8748)
**Author:** [@Reklandco](https://forum.retipster.com/u/Reklandco)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 5, 2025, 1:41am UTC](https://forum.retipster.com/t/looking-for-a-great-name-for-your-land-flipping-company/8748 "2025-01-05T01:41:04Z")
We’ve decommissioned our DBA name (in favor of our LLC name), but we think it’s a great name and want to offer it up to anyone looking for an awesome name for their land flipping company! The name is Fleeting Land Sales … --- ## [Flow Chart for action steps](https://forum.retipster.com/t/flow-chart-for-action-steps/8624)
**Author:** [@PrattFamily](https://forum.retipster.com/u/PrattFamily)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [December 24, 2024, 4:28pm UTC](https://forum.retipster.com/t/flow-chart-for-action-steps/8624 "2024-12-24T16:28:24Z")
As I’m working through the course (and admittedly getting a little overwhelmed), I realized that probably a Flow Chart with action steps listed in order would be very helpful to me. Not action steps for the course - tha… --- ## [Website form vs initial phone call](https://forum.retipster.com/t/website-form-vs-initial-phone-call/8573)
**Author:** [@PrattFamily](https://forum.retipster.com/u/PrattFamily)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2024, 4:53pm UTC](https://forum.retipster.com/t/website-form-vs-initial-phone-call/8573 "2024-12-16T16:53:21Z")
I am currently going through the Masterclass course and just listened to the section on what to do when sellers call in and the possibility of hiring VAs. It was discussed having a VA handle that initial phone call, but… --- ## [Self-Closing: How to Conduct Your Own Title Search](https://forum.retipster.com/t/self-closing-how-to-conduct-your-own-title-search/8259)
**Author:** [@Heather\_Davis](https://forum.retipster.com/u/Heather_Davis)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 1, 2024, 1:14am UTC](https://forum.retipster.com/t/self-closing-how-to-conduct-your-own-title-search/8259 "2024-11-01T01:14:24Z")
I’m a brand new investor, still building my business & figuring out how to do the whole process. I need to figure out how to run a title search when doing a self-close. I am buying smaller, cheaper lots in Cochise Count… --- ## [Sending Mailers Without an LLC: Are There Any Drawbacks?](https://forum.retipster.com/t/sending-mailers-without-an-llc-are-there-any-drawbacks/8223)
**Author:** [@DelQ](https://forum.retipster.com/u/DelQ)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [October 28, 2024, 11:35am UTC](https://forum.retipster.com/t/sending-mailers-without-an-llc-are-there-any-drawbacks/8223 "2024-10-28T11:35:40Z")
I was wondering if there are any drawbacks to start sending mailers without forming the LLC first. I have my domains, virtual address selected, and phone service. I was thinking to get a deal or two under my belt befor… --- ## [Best Ways to Send Offers: Email, Phone, or Written Letters?](https://forum.retipster.com/t/best-ways-to-send-offers-email-phone-or-written-letters/8206)
**Author:** [@Rob\_G](https://forum.retipster.com/u/Rob_G)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 20, 2024, 9:46pm UTC](https://forum.retipster.com/t/best-ways-to-send-offers-email-phone-or-written-letters/8206 "2024-10-20T21:46:34Z")
what’s are some of the best ways to send offers? Email, verbally, or written letters. --- ## [Is a 2,300-Lead List Enough? Evaluating My Criteria and Strategy](https://forum.retipster.com/t/is-a-2-300-lead-list-enough-evaluating-my-criteria-and-strategy/8197)
**Author:** [@theakx](https://forum.retipster.com/u/theakx)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 20, 2024, 9:28pm UTC](https://forum.retipster.com/t/is-a-2-300-lead-list-enough-evaluating-my-criteria-and-strategy/8197 "2024-10-20T21:28:06Z")
I’m noticing that even out of like 10 counties I’m working with I only have a list of about 2,300. Am I doing something wrong? Using the following criteria Residential/Vacant land 5 acres+ No LLC, Inc, City, Corporati… --- ## [How important is access to tax information during county selection?](https://forum.retipster.com/t/how-important-is-access-to-tax-information-during-county-selection/8170)
**Author:** [@theakx](https://forum.retipster.com/u/theakx)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 20, 2024, 1:58pm UTC](https://forum.retipster.com/t/how-important-is-access-to-tax-information-during-county-selection/8170 "2024-10-20T13:58:09Z")
I’ve been running into issues with some county websites/depts providing incomplete, nonexistent, or difficult-to-access property tax information. I’ve been able to get property data relatively fine, but it’s been a bit … --- ## [Your ideal price range for vacant land?](https://forum.retipster.com/t/your-ideal-price-range-for-vacant-land/8171)
**Author:** [@theakx](https://forum.retipster.com/u/theakx)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 19, 2024, 4:46pm UTC](https://forum.retipster.com/t/your-ideal-price-range-for-vacant-land/8171 "2024-10-19T16:46:15Z")
I’m noticing a wide price range across the counties I’m targeting, anywhere from $3,000 to $20,000 per acre. Prices tend to be higher near cities where in-fill lots are in demand and larger acreage is harder to find, yet… --- ## [Targeting Out-of-State vs. Out-of-County Owners](https://forum.retipster.com/t/targeting-out-of-state-vs-out-of-county-owners/8169)
**Author:** [@theakx](https://forum.retipster.com/u/theakx)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 18, 2024, 7:43pm UTC](https://forum.retipster.com/t/targeting-out-of-state-vs-out-of-county-owners/8169 "2024-10-18T19:43:10Z")
When it comes to marketing, is it generally better to target out-of-state property owners for land deals, or do out-of-county owners in the same state yield similar results? A bit more work having to filter out each cou… --- ## [Importance of the names of Buyers and Seller sites](https://forum.retipster.com/t/importance-of-the-names-of-buyers-and-seller-sites/190)
**Author:** [@Coco](https://forum.retipster.com/u/Coco)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [October 15, 2024, 9:06pm UTC](https://forum.retipster.com/t/importance-of-the-names-of-buyers-and-seller-sites/190 "2024-10-15T21:06:54Z")
Hey Everyone - Just bought the course and am working through module 1. Excellent! Just wanted advice on names of Buyers and Sellers companies. I think it is important to present a positive image. Has anyone tested … --- ## [Is Propwire Any Good as a Free Lead Source?](https://forum.retipster.com/t/is-propwire-any-good-as-a-free-lead-source/7849)
**Author:** [@FEH](https://forum.retipster.com/u/FEH)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2024, 12:18am UTC](https://forum.retipster.com/t/is-propwire-any-good-as-a-free-lead-source/7849 "2024-10-05T00:18:27Z")
I am relatively new to land investing and I hear chatter about the free lead source Propwire. Does anyone use it and if so what results have you gotten? Since I have started out with meager resources the free part appeal… --- ## [Cash flow management with Profit First](https://forum.retipster.com/t/cash-flow-management-with-profit-first/8069)
**Author:** [@Shea](https://forum.retipster.com/u/Shea)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 27, 2024, 10:57pm UTC](https://forum.retipster.com/t/cash-flow-management-with-profit-first/8069 "2024-09-27T22:57:10Z")
Hi. I first learned about profit first from the podcast while running my previous business and once i implemented it, it completely changed my stress level around money. Now I’m setting up my land flipping business and i… --- ## [Estimated Start Up Costs for a Land Investing Business](https://forum.retipster.com/t/estimated-start-up-costs-for-a-land-investing-business/7911)
**Author:** [@johnm](https://forum.retipster.com/u/johnm)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2024, 11:57pm UTC](https://forum.retipster.com/t/estimated-start-up-costs-for-a-land-investing-business/7911 "2024-08-27T23:57:04Z")
I’m looking at getting started in land investing and would like to know what kind of costs I would be looking at for the first 90 days based on Seth’s course. What software packages would I need to be successful, what ki… --- ## [Is it okay to buy a land contract deed?](https://forum.retipster.com/t/is-it-okay-to-buy-a-land-contract-deed/7864)
**Author:** [@Venkat873649](https://forum.retipster.com/u/Venkat873649)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 16, 2024, 4:51am UTC](https://forum.retipster.com/t/is-it-okay-to-buy-a-land-contract-deed/7864 "2024-08-16T04:51:24Z")
Hi I found a good off-market land deal, but the deed is listed as a ‘land contract.’ Is it okay to buy a land contract deed? --- ## [Software to use for text and emails](https://forum.retipster.com/t/software-to-use-for-text-and-emails/7825)
**Author:** [@Venkat873649](https://forum.retipster.com/u/Venkat873649)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 5, 2024, 5:32pm UTC](https://forum.retipster.com/t/software-to-use-for-text-and-emails/7825 "2024-08-05T17:32:52Z")
Hi Everyone, I have recently started learning land investment by going through the YouTube videos provided by Seth. Thank you, Seth! My question is what is the best software to use for sending text and emails for the … [Next page](https://forum.retipster.com/c/real-estate-beginners/29.md?page=1)