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Hi community! This past week didn’t bring a brand-new headline, but it did confirm something important about how the market is behaving right now. 📉 1. Mortgage Rates Tick Up AgainSource: Forbes - May 1, 202630-year mortgage rates increased slightly to around 6.43%, after easing in previous weeks. Why this mattersWe’re not seeing a steady trend, we’re seeing ongoing rate volatility. 📊 2. Buyer Activity Is Reacting in Real TimeSource: Wall Street Journal - May 1, 2026 Recent dips in rates triggered a ~20% increase in mortgage applications compared to last spring. Why this mattersDemand isn’t consistent, it’s opportunistic and timing-driven.🧠 3. “Higher for Longer” Is Becoming the Base CaseSources: Bankrate / MBA / Fannie Mae - Apr 30–May 2, 2026 Most forecasts now expect mortgage rates to remain above ~6% throughout 2026. Why this mattersThe market is shifting from:“wait for better rates” → to “operate within today’s rate environment”🔍 What This Means for Investorlift 🔹 For BUYERSD

Hey community,Another week, another deal getting pushed to the finish line 💥 Here’s what went down on this week’s Dispo Day: 🔥 Deal Spotlight– 51 W Robie St, St. Paul, MN– Asking: $135K | ARV: ~$370K–$395K– Big spread = serious opportunity for the right investor 📞 Live Dispo in Action– Deal posted just minutes before the call… and traction started immediately– 200+ views within minutes– Multiple buyer conversations happening live– 2+ walkthroughs scheduled in under 30 minutes 💡 Key Takeaways– Speed matters: deals can gain momentum FAST when priced right– Calling active flippers in the area = highest conversion– Even “rough” properties can move quickly with the right spread– Consistent follow-up (calls + texts + voicemails) wins deals 🤖 What’s Coming– New tools like “God Mode” + upgraded comping are leveling up dispo even more– Smarter buyer targeting = faster closings 👉 Watch the full replay and see exactly how it’s done. 🏆 Congrats to this week’s giveaway winner - Hansel Sanche

Hey community! What actually separates the agents and investors closing high-end deals… from everyone else? In this episode, Zack Kepes sits down with Ramon Casas, nearly $1B in retail sales, founder of a fast-growing brokerage, and a true operator in luxury off-market and seller finance deals. This one goes deep 👇 Ramon breaks down:• Why relationships beat price every time• How to win listings without having the “best stats”• Why specialists outperform generalists (every time)• The real reason the top 10% close deals others can’t• How to vet buyers and structure off-market deals properly• The simple way to understand and use seller financing Plus, Zack shares the story behind buying his own home… and why the agent called it the most remarkable deal she’d seen in 50 years. If you're serious about:→ Winning more listings→ Building real relationships that convert→ Creating a portfolio that actually reduces risk This episode is a must-watch. 🎥 Watch now: 💬 What’s your biggest takeaway

Hey community! Another 🔥 Dispo Day in the books, and this one was packed with real, practical takeaways you can apply immediately. Here’s what went down this week: Live dispo in Akron, OH – We broke down a 2/1, ~700 sqft deal priced at $60K and walked through real-time comping, including why “high ARV” doesn’t always mean wrong (especially in lower-end markets with mostly unrenovated comps).   Buyer conversations (raw + unfiltered) – From instant rejections to solid follow-ups.   God Mode in action – We showed how to pinpoint the perfect buyer by targeting recent flips within a tight radius. This is still one of the most reliable ways to dispo deals fast.   AI + SMS campaign results – 100+ buyers engaged within minutes. Reminder: your deal doesn’t sell if it’s not in front of enough eyeballs.   Real success story – ​@Ike dropped a $54K JV deal breakdown: Seller talked himself down from $470K → $323K Solved for timing, not just price Resold to an existing buyer for $480K 👉 Proof th

Hi communtiy! Zack Kepes sits down with real estate veteran James Dayner, a guy who’s done over $1 BILLION in deals, flipped 3,000+ properties, and survived every market crash since 2008. This one is WILD 👇🏚️ A murder house with blood splatter, meth, and graves💩 The infamous “Poop Lady House” from A&E Hoarders💸 A $300K loss that took 2.5 years to recover📈 How he built 7 income streams that actually last⚠️ Why the cheapest house is often the most dangerous buy If you’re flipping, wholesaling, developing, or investing, this episode is packed with real, unfiltered lessons from someone who’s seen it all. 🎧 Watch now & rethink how you approach real estate. 💬 What’s the craziest property you’ve ever seen or heard about? Drop it in the comments, let’s compare stories 👇🏻

Hey community!This week on Dispo Day, we kept it real - and that’s exactly why you should watch the replay. Here’s what went down 👇We broke down a live deal step-by-step, from comping to posting, showing exactly how to position a property to attract serious buyers;   Key takeaway: your comps matter more than you think - tight geography, similar condition, and real-world adjustments (like location flaws) can make or break your deal;   The deal itself? Tight margins - which led to a real conversation about when to push forward vs. renegotiate with the seller;   Result: connected with an active buyer in under 10 minutes (62 flips, 35 holds) - proof that targeting the right buyers beats blasting everyone.  Big theme this week:👉 Clean data + strong comps + fast outreach = deals getting doneIf you’re skipping any of those steps, you’re leaving money (and speed) on the table. Watch the full replay, copy the process, and run it on your next deal. 🎉 Congrats to this week’s giveaway winner, K

Hi community! Here are the latest U.S. real estate signals from this week, and what they mean for buyers and wholesalers operating inside Investorlift.📊 1. Home Sales Are SlowingSource: AP News - April 2026 Existing home sales dropped 3.6% in March, hitting their slowest pace in months. Why this mattersDemand hasn’t disappeared, but confidence and velocity are slowing. 🔹 Impact on BUYERSMore time to evaluate deals Increased negotiation opportunities Less pressure to move immediately  🔹 Impact on WHOLESALERSDeals may take longer to move Buyer follow-up and deal quality matter more Pricing mistakes are more visible📉 2. Mortgage Rates: Stable but UnpredictableSources: Wall Street Journal - April 2026 Rates are hovering around 6.4%, but reacting quickly to inflation and global events. Why this mattersWe’re no longer in a “rates dropping” story, we’re in a rate volatility environment. 🔹 Impact on BUYERSUnderwrite deals at today’s rates Avoid relying on future rate improvements Focus on

Hi community! Here are the 3 most important U.S. real estate signals from the past few weeks - and what they mean for buyers and wholesalers operating inside Investorlift. 📉 1. Mortgage Rate Volatility Is BackSources: AP News (Apr 2026), Investopedia (Apr 2026) Mortgage rates have been fluctuating between roughly 6.0%–6.5%, driven by inflation expectations, bond yields, and global uncertainty. Why this matters Rates remain lower than last year, but less predictable, making underwriting more sensitive. 🔹 Impact on BUYERSDeals need to work at today’s rates - not future assumptions Conservative underwriting is critical Timing matters less than deal quality  🔹 Impact on WHOLESALERSBuyer sentiment can shift quickly Deals need to be clearly underwritten and easy to evaluate Speed + clarity = higher conversion  📊 2. Market Is Gradually Shifting Toward BuyersSources: AP News (Apr 2026), Redfin Data (Apr 2026) Inventory is rising, homes are sitting longer, and sellers are increasingly offer

Hey community! Another Dispo Day in the books - and this one was all about speed to buyer + real conversations that convert. Here are the biggest takeaways from this week’s call 👇 1. Instant traction beats “waiting on the market”Within seconds of launching the deal in Temple, TX, we had 30+ buyers viewing - and over 60 buyers engaged for ~$12 in marketing spend using AI Autopilot + SMS + email.👉 If you’re not pushing deals proactively, you’re leaving assignment fees on the table. 2. AI buyer targeting is a cheat codeInstead of guessing who to call, we went straight to top-ranked buyers based on real activity + purchase history.Result: faster conversations with actual closers - not tire kickers. 3. Live calls = where deals are won (or lost)We had:A serious buyer ready to tour within the hour A “soft offer” at $140K (adjusted based on foundation concerns) A hidden buyer relationship uncovered through a referral chain  👉 Key lesson: every call uncovers opportunity - even when it’s not

Hi community, Another great session with a mix of first-timers, live deal breakdowns, and real-world dispo in action. Key highlights: 🏡 Live deal selling (the real process)We worked deals straight from the chat and showed exactly how to:Pull buyers in real time Analyze comps + ARV quickly Position deals based on what actually sells (not just “what pencils”)  📞 Finding buyers isn’t always prettyWe spent ~15+ minutes trying to track down ONE serious buyer (James 😅).Reality check: dispo = persistence.Multiple numbers Double dialing Text, email, LinkedIn… whatever it takes  💡 Big takeaway: It’s not just about the numbersDon’t just ask “does this deal work?”Ask: “Is this the BEST use of time and capital vs other deals?” 🧠 Sneak peekThe new comping / ARV tool is coming soon,  and it’s looking 🔥 If you missed it, watch the full recording here 👇 🎉 Giveaway Winner: Congrats to Kevin Hazem on winning this week’s Dispo Day giveaway! (Investorlift credits + 1 month upgrade)See you on the n