Unlocking Quality Leads
Learn What Makes a Great Lead
Refer an Off-Market Property, Get Paid. Earn up to $2,000 cash for helping Fish Pond Property find the next distressed investment deal. Learn what we buy and how our tiered payout works.
Focus on Seller Motivation
The most important factor is why the owner is selling. Highly motivated sellers are the source of our best deals, leading to the top referral fees ($1,000−$2,000).
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Financial Distress / Urgent Need
The owner needs cash fast and likely cannot afford necessary repairs or mortgage payments. The seller has stated they need to close in less than 30 days or they are facing a specific financial deadline like foreclosure, bankruptcy, or tax issues.
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Out-of-State Ownership / Inheritance
The property was inherited or the owner moved far away, leaving the house vacant or with an unreliable property manager. They want to sell quickly without traveling or dealing with local contractors. The owner has explicitly said they will accept a cash offer and do not want to make any repairs—they just want it gone.
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Deferred Maintenance / Burnout
The property is severely neglected, outdated, or damaged (fire, water leak, etc.). The owner is too overwhelmed, old, or unable to handle the major renovation required. The property has been vacant for more than six months and requires a new roof, foundation work, or complete interior overhaul.
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Health or Housing Crisis
The owner needs to quickly move into assisted living, a nursing home, or smaller housing. They need a simple, fast closing without the hassle of listing. The seller is an elderly owner looking for an easy, as-is sale with zero commissions or cleaning required.
Help us connect with amazing potential sellers! If you know someone eager to sell their property, we’d love for you to submit their information as a referral. Let’s make great things happen together!
Single Family Homes
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Structurally sound ("good bones"), but visually and functionally outdated. Ideal needs include cosmetic updates like old kitchens, bathrooms, flooring, or paint.
Multi-Family Properties
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Duplexes, triplexes, or small apartment buildings that need cosmetic or interior unit modernization to increase rental income potential.
Vacant/Neglected Houses
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Properties that show obvious signs of neglect (overgrown yard, peeling paint, visible roof damage, broken windows) or have sat vacant for an extended period.
Properties with Potential for Expansion
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Homes on large lots that could potentially accommodate an addition or an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) to significantly increase the resale value.
Target Property Conditions
We buy many property types (Single-Family, Multi-Family, Vacant) but only look at off-market leads. The property must not be currently listed on the MLS (Multiple Listing Service) or with an agent.
Help us connect with amazing potential sellers! If you know someone eager to sell their property, we’d love for you to submit their information as a referral. Let’s make great things happen together!
What to Avoid
High Payouts for High Value. Refer the specific off-market, distressed properties Fish Pond Property needs. Learn the criteria that unlock Tier 1 payouts up to $2,000.
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Already Listed
Any property actively listed with a real estate agent.
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Move-in Ready
Properties that are recently renovated or require little to no repair. Our business model relies on value-add renovations.
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Major Structural/Environmental Issues
Properties with severe, unmanageable problems like extensive mold, major foundation issues, or hazardous material contamination. While we can handle some structural issues, extreme cases make a flip challenging.
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Unmotivated Sellers
​Owners who are "just testing the waters" or asking for a retail price (what a fully fixed-up home would sell for).
Help us connect with amazing potential sellers! If you know someone eager to sell their property, we’d love for you to submit their information as a referral. Let’s make great things happen together!