How to Build a Buyers List for Paper Flipping Houses

When it comes to paper flipping houses (wholesaling), one of the most powerful tools in your toolkit is a solid buyers list. You can have the best deals in town, but if no one’s ready to buy, your contracts will sit.

Here's how to build a reliable buyers list step by step for Paper Flipping Houses:

What Is a Buyers List?

A buyers list is a list of real estate investors, landlords, or rehabbers who are actively looking for properties. As a paper flipper, your goal is to connect motivated sellers with these buyers—fast.

Why You Need It

Faster closings – The right buyer (especially cash buyers) can close within days.
More negotiating power – When you have options, you can negotiate with confidence.
Repeat business – Investors love dependable wholesalers.

How to Build a Buyers List

1. Start with Networking

Go to local REI (Real Estate Investor) meetups and let people know you’re bringing deals.
Exchange contact info and ask them what types of properties they’re looking for. Use a Google Form or CRM system to organize contact details that you have collected.

2. Leverage Social Media

Join Facebook groups or follow real estate investors on Instagram and TikTok.
Post about your deals and invite investors to join your email or text list.

3. Use Bandit Signs

Signs that say “Handyman Special – Call for Details” attract cash buyers.
Keep it simple and track who calls you.

4. Use a Lead Generation Software

I personally use Propstream to find all of my buyers as well as my sellers.
Download the selected data and update your investor list with the results.

Pro Tip:

Investors like to feel special - Establish a preferred buyer's list. Inform buyers that the more they buy, they will be the first to receive property notifications before any one else. Make sure that you do what you promise.

Final Thoughts

Your buyers list is your secret weapon. Build it before you need it.

The information in this article are of the opinion and experience of the author. Due diligence should always be done before investing in real estate.