Find & Close High-Profit Real Estate Deals FAST—Here’s the Proven Method

Proven Real Estate Investing Strategies That Work in Any Market

If you're trying to find real estate deals that actually turn a profit, this article is your playbook. For real estate investors, developers, house flippers, wholesalers, and entrepreneurs, the market feels more competitive than ever.

You’ve likely heard it before:  “There are no good deals out there anymore.”

But the truth is...

Profitable real estate deals are still out there—on the MLS, off-market, pre-foreclosure, and through wholesalers.

The difference between those who land them and those who don’t? Action, speed, and readiness.

In the video and below real-world example, Greg Dickerson walked us through a mid-flip project he was working on.  We are featuring this to break down exactly how the deal was found and why being ready to move fast matters more than ever.

Boots on the Ground:  How This Hidden Gem Was Won

Like many others, this flip was a distressed house, major overgrowth in the yard, and in need of a full rehab. Watch the above video to experience first-hand as Greg walks us through the job site.  At the time of this walk through:  cabinets are in, the brick exterior is prepped for paint, the trim-out is happening, and the transformation is almost complete.  View behind-the-scene footage of crews working on the finishing touches.  Behind every profitable flip is a pile of dust, noise, activity, and hundreds of small decisions. But more importantly, Greg shines a light on how this deal was found and closed before the public ever had a shot at it.

This house purchase didn’t come from an MLS listing or a direct mail postcard. It was bought the day of the foreclosure auction, just before it went to sale.

That’s not luck. That’s what happens when you’re actively in the game and ready to move.

Why Cash Still Wins in Real Estate

In this business, deals can vanish in a matter of hours. If you're not liquid—or at least fast with funding—you'll miss your shot.

“This house was bought the day of the auction—right before it went to the sale—and it was done because it was done with cash.”

In situations like foreclosure auctions, sellers and banks often prefer fast, no-hassle transactions. That means buyers who come to the table with capital ready to go are far more likely to land the deal—often before it hits the open market.

Where to Find Off-Market and Foreclosure Real Estate Deals

People are still finding deals every day. Here are strategies actively working in today's market:

• Pre-Foreclosure & Foreclosure Auctions – Many of the best deals never even make it to the courthouse steps. You’ve got to catch them just before they hit the block.

• MLS (Multiple Listing Service) – Even with high competition, properties still hit the market undervalued. You have to be quick, aggressive, and making offers.

• Direct-to-Seller Outreach – Mailing campaigns, cold calls, and relationship building with property owners remains a core strategy for many investors.

• Wholesalers – If you’re tapped into a strong network of wholesalers, you can get first looks at distressed inventory before the general public sees it.

These real estate investing strategies are the foundation of consistent deal flow—and every one of them is about being active and making offers.

What It Really Takes to Close High-Profit Deals

Deals like this don’t go to the nicest investor—they go to the most prepared. Greg drops a truth bomb here:

“You’ve got to be out there looking at deals, finding deals... The key is you have to be making offers, you have to be active, and you have to be ready to close.”

Let’s break that down:

• Be Active – Constantly review listings, network, walk properties, and evaluate opportunities. Passive investors get left behind.

• Make Offers – It’s a numbers game. The more offers you make, the more deals you land.

• Know Your Numbers - When making an offer, you need to know your numbers cold. That means quickly and accurately estimating rehab costs, closing costs, and holding costs to arrive at a purchase price that works for you. 

• Be Ready to Close – This doesn’t mean “interested.” It means your financing is lined up, your crew is on call, your paperwork is tight, and you can pull the trigger now.

In Competitive Markets, Hesitation Kills Deals.

You don’t need to be reckless—but you do need to be decisive, for which speed and precision are your greatest allies.  Whether you’re walking through the property before making an offer, buying sight unseen at auction, or viewing it for the first time after an accepted offer, your ability to calculate profitability on the fly is what sets you apart. This skill doesn’t just save you time and money—it helps you avoid costly mistakes, minimizes headaches, and positions you to act decisively, often getting your foot in the door ahead of other investors.

Final Thoughts: Take Action or Miss Out

If you're sitting around waiting for a picture-perfect deal to show up in your inbox, you're going to be waiting a long time. The market rewards people who are prepared, consistent, and aggressive.

There are deals out there. The only question is—what are you doing to find them?

Want to learn more? Get your step-by-step BLUEPRINT to a Real Estate Wealth-Building Machine—no experience needed!

Access Courses Now