Ever hear about someone else landing an incredible deal and think, “Why wasn’t that me?”
Well, I’m here to tell you—it can be you. You just need to be the one who’s ready.
The secret? Always be looking. Great deals don’t come with flashing neon signs or friendly heads-up calls. No one’s going to politely wait for you to clear your schedule and then let you know, “Hey, the best deal of the year just hit the market… take your time getting to it!”
Yeah… that’s not how it works.
So what is a “great” deal?
A great deal:
- Offers the potential for significant profit in a short period
- Is rarely on the market for more than a few days
- Will be locked up fast—sometimes within hours
What’s not a great deal:
- It’s been sitting on the market for months
- It’s been seen by hundreds (or thousands) of potential buyers
- It’s still available because everyone else has already passed on it
Timing is everything.
The best deals are often scooped up the same day they hit the market. You need to spot them fast, analyze quickly, and get your offer in. I’ve personally put deals under contract on day one—without even stepping foot on the property—because I knew my numbers and had confidence in the market.
Sure, this isn’t for beginners. But if you know your stuff, this is exactly how you land a winner.
So why would someone list an incredible deal?
It happens more often than you think. Here are a few of the usual suspects:
- Death – The heirs want quick cash and have no idea what the asset is worth.
- Divorce – Quick sale, fast cash, less hassle.
- Debt – The owner is drowning in payments and just wants out.
- Disaster – A major life event forces a sudden relocation or sale.
The point is, life happens—and sometimes that creates opportunity for the prepared investor.
Want to catch a great deal?
You’ve got to be scanning the market daily. Set alerts. Use platforms like CREXi.com to filter the types of deals you want. And be ready when opportunity knocks.
We love working with foreign nationals investing in U.S. commercial real estate, helping them secure the financing they need to close fast and with confidence. We’re not just lenders—we’re investors and developers too, and we understand what makes a deal work.
Contact me today and let’s talk about your next deal.
Lance Langenhoven
Head of Commercial Lending
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: Why do great real-estate deals disappear so fast?
A: Because “great deals” usually don’t hang around long many are snapped up within hours or days.
Q2: How do I know if a property is worth acting on quickly?
A: If the price, location, and condition align with your goals and the numbers make sense it’s usually worth moving fast.
Q3: Why won’t “good deals” sit idle waiting for you?
A: Because no one is going to pause the market and wait for you. Offers come quickly, and if you hesitate, someone else will beat you to it.
Q4: What kinds of situations create these quick-sale opportunities?
A: Often big life changes like inheritance, divorce, debt, or urgent need for cash cause owners to sell quickly.
Q5: How can I increase my chances of catching a great deal?A: Keep scanning the market every day, set alerts, use reliable platforms to filter deals you want and be ready to act fast when something appears.
