Deal Scout (Bird Dogging)
A real estate bird dog looks for potential property opportunities and passes lead information to an investor. JC13’s Deal Scout service focuses on sourcing and organizing leads—not negotiating a real estate transaction.
In real estate investing, “bird-dogging” commonly means identifying a possible investment-property lead and bringing the information to an investor who may want to review it. A lead is only a starting point—not a verified deal, valuation, offer, or promise that a property will be purchased.
Find a lead. Share useful facts. Let the investor make the investment decision.
What a real estate bird dog does
A bird dog or deal scout may notice a property that could be worth an investor’s attention, collect publicly available or owner-authorized information, and pass the lead along for review. The investor—not the scout—decides whether to investigate, contact the owner, make an offer, and proceed.
Spot a possible lead
Identify a property or owner-authorized opportunity that may match the investor’s stated criteria.
Share verified basics
Submit the location, property type, observed condition, source, and context you are authorized to share.
Investor evaluates
The investor conducts independent research, due diligence, owner contact, pricing, negotiation, and purchase decisions.
What information makes a lead useful?
- Property address or clear location and property type.
- How the lead was found and when the information was gathered.
- Observable condition or vacancy details, clearly separated from assumptions.
- Any known owner contact information only where obtained and shared lawfully.
- The scout’s relationship to the property and confirmation they have authority to share the details.
Stay within the role and local rules
Real estate licensing and compensation rules vary by state and by the activity performed. Identifying and sharing a lead is not the same as representing a buyer or seller. Do not negotiate a purchase, solicit or show property, advise a party on terms, or hold yourself out as an agent unless properly authorized. Any compensation arrangement must be reviewed for compliance with the laws and licensing rules that apply to the specific activity and location. JC13 does not promise a fee, investor interest, acquisition, or transaction outcome for any submitted lead.
How JC13 reviews a Deal Scout inquiry
Submit the lead through the inquiry form and select Deal Scout (Bird Dogging). Include only information you are entitled to share. JC13 may ask clarifying questions or determine that a lead is outside its current criteria. An investor’s independent review is required before any purchase decision.
Bird-dogging questions
Does sending a lead mean an investor will buy it?
No. The investor decides whether the lead fits, completes due diligence, and chooses whether to pursue it.
Can a bird dog negotiate the price?
This page describes lead sourcing and information handoff only. Negotiating or representing parties can trigger licensing rules. Get advice about your state’s requirements before performing other activities.
Is a bird-dog fee guaranteed?
No fee is promised on this site. Any lawful compensation terms must be agreed in writing by the relevant parties before work begins and must comply with applicable law.
Have a property lead to share?
Send the facts you have, how you found the lead, and your permission to share it. Please do not send private or sensitive personal information.
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