Episode 122: How to Spot a Burned-Out Landlord Ready to Sell

Shownotes: One of the best ways I find motivated sellers is by looking for tired landlords. If you own multiple properties long enough, eventually you're going to get tired. You might be dealing with evictions, difficult tenants, properties out of state, constant repairs, rising responsibilities, or just too many properties to manage. And when that happens, you may become much more motivated to sell. So instead of just looking for properties, I want you to start looking for landlords who have a reason to sell. I'll show you some practical ways you can find these owners, including going to eviction court, reviewing eviction dockets and public records, searching Facebook groups, and using property tax records to identify property owners. I'll also show you how simple your approach can be. You can simply ask a landlord, “Would you consider selling this property?” or “Do you have a property that's becoming a headache?” You're not just looking for a property—you're looking for a problem you can solve. When you find a landlord who is tired, overwhelmed, or ready to move on, you may have found your next off-market real estate deal. Episode Timeline: [00:00] Pillar #2: Find Tired Landlords [00:30] Finding Landlords Through Eviction Court [01:05] Why Landlords Become Tired [01:35] Eviction Dockets & Public Records [01:55] Finding Out-of-State Property Owners [02:20] Using Facebook Groups to Find Landlords [02:35] Using Tax Records to Find Property Owners [02:43] Finding Landlords Ready to Offload Properties Key Takeaways: Look for tired landlords, not just distressed properties. Eviction activity can reveal landlords dealing with problems. Eviction dockets may provide useful ownership information where publicly available. Out-of-state owners can be potential motivated sellers. Facebook groups can help identify property owners. Conclusion: Finding motivated sellers isn't always about finding a distressed property. Sometimes, the landlord is the distress. Evictions, distance, maintenance responsibilities, and managing multiple properties can eventually create enough frustration for an owner to consider selling. Instead of simply posting that you're looking for a cheap property, John recommends identifying these owners directly and starting a conversation about the problems they're experiencing. Find the tired landlord. Find the headache. Then offer a solution. Ready to Take the Next Step? If today's conversation with Johnoson Crutchfield lit a fire and you're ready to move from information to action, here's exactly where to go next Get the 90-Day Deal System If you want a real system to do your first or next real estate deal in the next 90 days, this is exactly how we do it. No fluff. Just a clear, proven path to closing deals. Start here: https://go.grabthemap.com/registration-page-page Grab the Map (Official Website) Resources, tools, and guidance to help you move with clarity and confidence. ️ Grab the map here: https://grabthemap.com Listen to The Grab the Map Podcast Deep dives into real estate, mindset, and systems that actually work. Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-grab-the-map-podcast-real-estate-investing/id1468031722 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6P0Ru9xNNWi7y7syVH7dqP?si=55b7f2d546c24675 Connect With Johnoson Crutchfield Follow for daily insights, straight talk, and real-world strategy. Instagram: @grabthemap https://instagram.com/grabthemap TikTok: @grabthemap https://www.tiktok.com/@grabthemap Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theycallmejc/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/grabthemap/ Business Inquiries & Contact: [email protected] Don't just watch—take action. Grab the map and start your next 90 days with intention.