# Latest **URL:** https://forum.retipster.com/latest.md [Latest](https://forum.retipster.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.retipster.com/categories.md) --- ## [Zillow's Connector/Plugin in Claude and ChatGPT](https://forum.retipster.com/t/zillows-connector-plugin-in-claude-and-chatgpt/11386)
**Author:** [@retipsterseth](https://forum.retipster.com/u/retipsterseth)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 19, 2026, 11:54pm UTC](https://forum.retipster.com/t/zillows-connector-plugin-in-claude-and-chatgpt/11386 "2026-10-19T23:54:17Z")
This is a pretty big deal for real estate investors. I think a lot of people will overlook it. Zillow has an official plugin in ChatGPT, and a Zillow connector is also available for Claude. Why does this matter? If yo… --- ## [Best Skip Tracing Sites With No Subscription](https://forum.retipster.com/t/best-skip-tracing-sites-with-no-subscription/11370)
**Author:** [@SteveF](https://forum.retipster.com/u/SteveF)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2026, 11:02pm UTC](https://forum.retipster.com/t/best-skip-tracing-sites-with-no-subscription/11370 "2026-07-22T23:02:54Z")
I have searched this forum for skip tracing information and found plenty here, much of it older info. I am looking to do very few skip traces. Right now I am only doing them for rental property purposes for tenants. Most… --- ## [Starting over with $5,000: what's your first move?](https://forum.retipster.com/t/starting-over-with-5-000-whats-your-first-move/11363)
**Author:** [@retipsterseth](https://forum.retipster.com/u/retipsterseth)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2026, 3:27pm UTC](https://forum.retipster.com/t/starting-over-with-5-000-whats-your-first-move/11363 "2026-07-08T15:27:42Z")
Let’s say you woke up this morning and everything was gone. Your lists, your software subscriptions, your buyer and seller contacts, your county relationships, all of it. Wiped out. The only things you get to keep are th… --- ## [When do you stop verifying access and trust the GIS?](https://forum.retipster.com/t/when-do-you-stop-verifying-access-and-trust-the-gis/11323)
**Author:** [@charlotteirwin](https://forum.retipster.com/u/charlotteirwin)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 23, 2026, 1:39pm UTC](https://forum.retipster.com/t/when-do-you-stop-verifying-access-and-trust-the-gis/11323 "2026-06-23T13:39:33Z")
Been doing this for a while now and I’ve gotten comfortable enough to move fast on most parcels. But access is the one thing that still slows me down. County GIS shows a road frontage, but half the time that “road” is a … --- ## [would 4 owners in 6 years concern you?](https://forum.retipster.com/t/would-4-owners-in-6-years-concern-you/11315)
**Author:** [@sunnyland](https://forum.retipster.com/u/sunnyland)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 17, 2026, 4:25pm UTC](https://forum.retipster.com/t/would-4-owners-in-6-years-concern-you/11315 "2026-06-17T16:25:01Z")
Was researching a rural parcel recently and one thing jumped out at me right away. The property had changed hands 4 times in about 6 years. Maybe it’s nothing. People buy and sell for all kinds of reasons. But wheneve… --- ## [How do I price land when there are zero comps nearby?](https://forum.retipster.com/t/how-do-i-price-land-when-there-are-zero-comps-nearby/11266)
**Author:** [@mattpayne](https://forum.retipster.com/u/mattpayne)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 5, 2026, 4:58pm UTC](https://forum.retipster.com/t/how-do-i-price-land-when-there-are-zero-comps-nearby/11266 "2026-06-05T16:58:58Z")
I’m trying to value a 15-acre rural parcel in a county where almost nothing has sold in the past two years. Every valuation method I try hits a wall with no comparable sales. How do land investors handle this? --- ## [The Most Unexpected Lesson in Real Estate?](https://forum.retipster.com/t/the-most-unexpected-lesson-in-real-estate/9511)
**Author:** [@jayhoward](https://forum.retipster.com/u/jayhoward)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [June 4, 2026, 10:52am UTC](https://forum.retipster.com/t/the-most-unexpected-lesson-in-real-estate/9511 "2026-06-04T10:52:17Z")
Real estate is full of surprises, and every deal seems to teach something new. For me, one of the most unexpected lessons was realizing how essential follow-up is especially in situations where the seller initially seeme… --- ## [What the New Google AI Update Means for Land Investors](https://forum.retipster.com/t/what-the-new-google-ai-update-means-for-land-investors/11302)
**Author:** [@retipsterseth](https://forum.retipster.com/u/retipsterseth)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 1, 2026, 12:21pm UTC](https://forum.retipster.com/t/what-the-new-google-ai-update-means-for-land-investors/11302 "2026-06-01T12:21:12Z")
After reading about the new Google update, I think land investors need to pay attention. With the new Google AI updates, I think the way land investors handle their leads is about to matter a whole lot more. Google … --- ## [Are these ARV Ranges and ARVs accurate?](https://forum.retipster.com/t/are-these-arv-ranges-and-arvs-accurate/11292)
**Author:** [@arthur](https://forum.retipster.com/u/arthur)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 29, 2026, 12:49pm UTC](https://forum.retipster.com/t/are-these-arv-ranges-and-arvs-accurate/11292 "2026-05-29T12:49:52Z")
I found these comps for each subject property using Har since Texas is a non-disclosure state and platforms like Zillow, Realtor, Redfin, Homes won’t work. ARV Range: $320k–$360k Final ARV: $345k Comp 1: 4116 Locke Ave… --- ## [Are these ARVs okay?](https://forum.retipster.com/t/are-these-arvs-okay/11291)
**Author:** [@arthur](https://forum.retipster.com/u/arthur)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 25, 2026, 7:21pm UTC](https://forum.retipster.com/t/are-these-arvs-okay/11291 "2026-05-25T19:21:40Z")
I found these comps for each subject property using Har since Texas is a non-disclosure state and platforms like Zillow, Realtor, Redfin, Homes won’t work. 4205 Lovell Ave, Fort Worth, Texas 76107 ARV Range: $320k–$36… --- ## [Using AI to Simplify Land Deal Sourcing & Lead Scoring](https://forum.retipster.com/t/using-ai-to-simplify-land-deal-sourcing-lead-scoring/10635)
**Author:** [@Kegan](https://forum.retipster.com/u/Kegan)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 15, 2026, 10:21pm UTC](https://forum.retipster.com/t/using-ai-to-simplify-land-deal-sourcing-lead-scoring/10635 "2026-05-15T22:21:07Z")
Hey everyone :waving\_hand: I came across a really insightful podcast that dives into how AI is starting to impact the land-investing niche — especially when it comes to sourcing and qualifying deals. :headphone: Listen… --- ## [Robo Pen Letter Services for Direct Mail](https://forum.retipster.com/t/robo-pen-letter-services-for-direct-mail/11252)
**Author:** [@DelQ](https://forum.retipster.com/u/DelQ)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 15, 2026, 10:18pm UTC](https://forum.retipster.com/t/robo-pen-letter-services-for-direct-mail/11252 "2026-05-15T22:18:04Z")
Hello All, does anyone use a Robopen service for their letters? If so, which do you recommend, and have callbacks increased using this type of provider? --- ## [Introducing Tyler Denney, Land Flip Funder](https://forum.retipster.com/t/introducing-tyler-denney-land-flip-funder/11222)
**Author:** [@Tyler\_Denney](https://forum.retipster.com/u/Tyler_Denney)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 20, 2026, 5:22pm UTC](https://forum.retipster.com/t/introducing-tyler-denney-land-flip-funder/11222 "2026-04-20T17:22:22Z")
Hey everyone! I’m Tyler Denney. I just joined the R.E.Tipster group after a few land buddies recommended it. Excited to be here. I’m a tech sales executive and an active land flip funder. I’ve been active in the land in… --- ## [Manus, Perplexity, Claude - what are you all using?](https://forum.retipster.com/t/manus-perplexity-claude-what-are-you-all-using/11194)
**Author:** [@mattpayne](https://forum.retipster.com/u/mattpayne)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 20, 2026, 2:27pm UTC](https://forum.retipster.com/t/manus-perplexity-claude-what-are-you-all-using/11194 "2026-04-20T14:27:40Z")
I’ve been trying to wrap my head around some of the new agentic AI tools out there. Things like Manus, Perplexity Max, Claude Cowork, and others. I’m amazed at what some of these tools can do, and I can’t believe it’s o… --- ## [Stop Buying Land Sight Unseen - You're All Making a HUGE Mistake](https://forum.retipster.com/t/stop-buying-land-sight-unseen-youre-all-making-a-huge-mistake/9633)
**Author:** [@sallyhoskins](https://forum.retipster.com/u/sallyhoskins)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [April 18, 2026, 2:00pm UTC](https://forum.retipster.com/t/stop-buying-land-sight-unseen-youre-all-making-a-huge-mistake/9633 "2026-04-18T14:00:34Z")
I’ve been watching this forum for months, and I keep seeing the same pattern over and over. People bragging about buying parcels they found on some auction site or through a wholesaler, sight unseen, because “the numbers… --- ## [About to start owner financing - what should we know?](https://forum.retipster.com/t/about-to-start-owner-financing-what-should-we-know/9845)
**Author:** [@Nicole](https://forum.retipster.com/u/Nicole)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [April 16, 2026, 8:03am UTC](https://forum.retipster.com/t/about-to-start-owner-financing-what-should-we-know/9845 "2026-04-16T08:03:19Z")
We’ve been investing in land for a little over a year, but until now we haven’t offered owner financing. We’re about to roll out that option on our current inventory. For those with experience—any tips or lessons learned… --- ## [Marketing Land to Neighbors: What Works?](https://forum.retipster.com/t/marketing-land-to-neighbors-what-works/11205)
**Author:** [@steveH](https://forum.retipster.com/u/steveH)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 7, 2026, 4:01pm UTC](https://forum.retipster.com/t/marketing-land-to-neighbors-what-works/11205 "2026-04-07T16:01:20Z")
In the “old days” neighbors were a good buyer source . Feels like that should be job 1. But I find agents not doing it. MLS / Zillow only work when a buyer is shopping. I have a couple of tools to use for organizing Pebb… --- ## [Money in my pocket 😆](https://forum.retipster.com/t/money-in-my-pocket/11201)
**Author:** [@Steve\_Hodgdon](https://forum.retipster.com/u/Steve_Hodgdon)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 7, 2026, 1:19pm UTC](https://forum.retipster.com/t/money-in-my-pocket/11201 "2026-04-07T13:19:35Z")
Hi all - we came to land 5 years ago to buy notes. Wound up JV funding over 300 sales. Looking to create win/win for note holders. If you want to cash out all or part of performing notes let’s chat. Looking to buy 25 ri… --- ## [Back taxes paid, but title still shows old lien?](https://forum.retipster.com/t/back-taxes-paid-but-title-still-shows-old-lien/11181)
**Author:** [@mattpayne](https://forum.retipster.com/u/mattpayne)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 3, 2026, 8:12pm UTC](https://forum.retipster.com/t/back-taxes-paid-but-title-still-shows-old-lien/11181 "2026-04-03T20:12:15Z")
I bought a tax delinquent lot and paid all the back taxes in full at closing. I have the receipts and the HUD statement to prove it. Six months later, I’m trying to sell the parcel and the buyer’s title search is still s… --- ## [Seller wants to close in 3 days. Should I walk away?](https://forum.retipster.com/t/seller-wants-to-close-in-3-days-should-i-walk-away/11174)
**Author:** [@sallyhoskins](https://forum.retipster.com/u/sallyhoskins)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2026, 9:14pm UTC](https://forum.retipster.com/t/seller-wants-to-close-in-3-days-should-i-walk-away/11174 "2026-03-27T21:14:15Z")
I got what I think is a great deal on a 40-acre parcel in rural Texas, but the seller is suddenly demanding we close in 72 hours or he’s moving on. I haven’t finished my due diligence. Is this a red flag or just an anxio… --- ## [Zillow FSBO listing won't post](https://forum.retipster.com/t/zillow-fsbo-listing-wont-post/11093)
**Author:** [@Steve\_Hodgdon](https://forum.retipster.com/u/Steve_Hodgdon)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 22, 2026, 5:34am UTC](https://forum.retipster.com/t/zillow-fsbo-listing-wont-post/11093 "2026-03-22T05:34:46Z")
Before I go ask ChatGPT, I thought somebody here could help. We haven’t used FSBO before. I’m having trouble getting Zillow to do the verification call that is supposed to come to activate the listing. I’ve used my cell … --- ## [Need capital for your deal?](https://forum.retipster.com/t/need-capital-for-your-deal/11162)
**Author:** [@Andrew\_Holtorf](https://forum.retipster.com/u/Andrew_Holtorf)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 19, 2026, 10:41pm UTC](https://forum.retipster.com/t/need-capital-for-your-deal/11162 "2026-03-19T22:41:08Z")
Hi, my company is currently looking to fund a few land flips. We are sitting on excess capital that we would like to put to work. If you have a signed contract in hand to purchase and are looking for funding please reach… --- ## [Underwriting Land Deals - When the computer is wrong](https://forum.retipster.com/t/underwriting-land-deals-when-the-computer-is-wrong/11158)
**Author:** [@Steve\_Hodgdon](https://forum.retipster.com/u/Steve_Hodgdon)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 19, 2026, 8:30pm UTC](https://forum.retipster.com/t/underwriting-land-deals-when-the-computer-is-wrong/11158 "2026-03-19T20:30:48Z")
I searched for “underwriting” in the main page here. I didn’t get a hit. Lots of discussion on this in other sections. I started showing my mistakes (we’re batting 90% success in flips) on my YouTube. https://youtube.co… --- ## [Neighbor Wants to Buy My Deal Before Closing](https://forum.retipster.com/t/neighbor-wants-to-buy-my-deal-before-closing/11023)
**Author:** [@charlotteirwin](https://forum.retipster.com/u/charlotteirwin)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2026, 5:55pm UTC](https://forum.retipster.com/t/neighbor-wants-to-buy-my-deal-before-closing/11023 "2026-03-18T17:55:11Z")
I came across a property that comps out around $25k. Did my research, made an offer at $8k, and the owner accepted. Before we close, I’m doing my due diligence and I happen to mention the property to one of the neighbor… --- ## [Anyone actually selling on LandSearch.com right now?](https://forum.retipster.com/t/anyone-actually-selling-on-landsearch-com-right-now/11138)
**Author:** [@donyost](https://forum.retipster.com/u/donyost)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 16, 2026, 10:11am UTC](https://forum.retipster.com/t/anyone-actually-selling-on-landsearch-com-right-now/11138 "2026-03-16T10:11:38Z")
Curious how many of you are actively listing your properties on LandSearch.com right now? And if you are, are you actually moving deals through there or is it more of a “throw it on and hope” situation? Would love to kno… --- ## [Toll Free Vs. Local Number?](https://forum.retipster.com/t/toll-free-vs-local-number/730)
**Author:** [@yuriscarr](https://forum.retipster.com/u/yuriscarr)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 16, 2026, 10:07am UTC](https://forum.retipster.com/t/toll-free-vs-local-number/730 "2026-03-16T10:07:47Z")
Anyone have experience switching from one to the other, and if so, any noticeable pros & cons? (I’m currently using the Dialpad standard plan, which includes a local number by default. Dialpad charges an additional $17/… --- ## [Social Media/Online Presence?](https://forum.retipster.com/t/social-media-online-presence/609)
**Author:** [@yuriscarr](https://forum.retipster.com/u/yuriscarr)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 13, 2022, 3:26pm UTC](https://forum.retipster.com/t/social-media-online-presence/609 "2022-01-13T15:26:37Z")
Any tips for building an online presence? I was staunchly anti social media for years, and now it’s coming back to bite me when sellers search for me on google and find very little information about me. I have a buying w… --- ## [Using a fake name on my direct mail letters](https://forum.retipster.com/t/using-a-fake-name-on-my-direct-mail-letters/1181)
**Author:** [@charlotteirwin](https://forum.retipster.com/u/charlotteirwin)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [May 10, 2023, 2:36pm UTC](https://forum.retipster.com/t/using-a-fake-name-on-my-direct-mail-letters/1181 "2023-05-10T14:36:46Z")
Am I the only person who has ever thought about using a fake name on their direct mail letters? For the campaigns I’ve sent out, I have always felt uneasy about putting my full first and last name on the hundreds of mail… --- ## [Emperador vs Rosa Hodi Stone for Flip Value](https://forum.retipster.com/t/emperador-vs-rosa-hodi-stone-for-flip-value/11128)
**Author:** [@dandodre](https://forum.retipster.com/u/dandodre)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 12, 2026, 1:43am UTC](https://forum.retipster.com/t/emperador-vs-rosa-hodi-stone-for-flip-value/11128 "2026-03-12T01:43:44Z")
I’ve been experimenting with a “luxury-flip” model for some of the smaller infill lots and residential builds I’m managing this year. One thing I’ve learned: Natural Stone = Perceived Value. I’m currently debating betwee… --- ## [Best Performing Direct Mail: Postcards vs Letters](https://forum.retipster.com/t/best-performing-direct-mail-postcards-vs-letters/11102)
**Author:** [@charlotteirwin](https://forum.retipster.com/u/charlotteirwin)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 7, 2026, 5:09pm UTC](https://forum.retipster.com/t/best-performing-direct-mail-postcards-vs-letters/11102 "2026-03-07T17:09:23Z")
I’ve tested a bunch of different mailer formats over the years and I’m always curious what’s working for other people. Postcards are cheap and easy, but they also get ignored fast. Letters feel more personal, but cost m… [Next page](https://forum.retipster.com/latest.md?page=1)