If you’re thinking about buying an investment property—maybe your first, maybe your fifth—you’ve probably asked yourself: “Do I really need a realtor?”

Look, I get it. Between YouTube videos and online listings, it seems like you can go it alone. But if you're buying in places like Lake Worth, Boynton Beach, Delray, Lantana, or anywhere in Palm Beach County, Florida, having the right guide can make or break your deal.

I’ve worked construction. I’ve renovated homes. And now I help people like you do it smarter—with fewer surprises, fewer headaches, and better long-term gains. Because here's the truth: this market isn't just competitive—it's strategic. And not everything worth buying is sitting online waiting for you to find it.

Hidden Deals Aren’t on Zillow

A lot of the best investment properties never make it to the public market. If you’re relying only on what you see online, you’re already behind. The most promising homes—especially those with built-in equity or real upside—get picked up long before they’re ever listed.

And that brings us to...

What Are Off-Market Properties?

You’ll hear the term “off-market” thrown around a lot—sounds exclusive, right? That’s because it is. Off-market properties are homes that aren’t listed on Zillow, Realtor.com, or the MLS. These are quiet deals—opportunities that never hit the public market because the seller doesn’t want the attention. Sometimes it’s about privacy. Other times, it’s about timing, convenience, or just life getting in the way.

When Listing Isn’t Worth It for the Seller?

Now, yes—I know what you’re thinking: “Wouldn’t listing the property be in the homeowner’s best interest?” In a perfect world, maybe. But that’s not always the case.

Take, for example, this scenario. A property that needs a ton of work just to be show-ready—permits to close out, trash to haul, and structural stuff to address. The seller? Out of state. No interest in flying back and forth, spending money on repairs, or waiting through the traditional sales process. They just wanted to walk away and let someone else deal with the headache.

And sometimes it’s even more personal—divorce, a death in the family, or other major life changes. In those cases, sellers are looking for quiet, fast, and simple—not open houses and weeks of uncertainty.

That’s where being tapped in matters. These deals don’t show up on your feed. They come through local relationships, backchannels, and experience. If you’re not working with someone who’s connected, you’ll never even know they exist.

What Is the Best Way to Find Investment Properties?

By doing what most investors—or even most realtors—won’t do.

I door knock for my clients to find the deals.

Once I’m working with an investor and we’ve nailed down the area and the criteria, I hit the pavement. I go out and find them exactly what they’re looking for—not just what’s on the MLS. Whether it’s a specific neighborhood in Lantana, a corner in Delray, or a rental pocket in Lake Worth, Florida, I do the legwork to uncover real opportunities.

Because let’s be honest—if you’re only chasing the same deals everyone else sees online, you’re already late to the game.

I believe in being proactive. That’s how you get ahead in this market—and that’s how my clients land deals others never knew were possible.

Final Takeaway

At the end of the day, anyone can scroll through listings—but if you're serious about building long-term wealth through real estate in Florida, you need more than just access to Zillow.

You need someone who knows the ground—Lantana, Delray, Boynton Beach, Lake Worth, West Palm—and knows how to uncover the real deals, even when they’re off-market and under the radar.

That’s where I come in.

I do the legwork. I knock on doors. I build the relationships. I go out and find what others miss.

So if you're ready to move with purpose and invest with confidence—let’s talk.

I’m here to help you find the right property, in the right place, at the right time.

- Johnny