Wholesaling for profit

Wholesaling Real Estate for Profit

Wholesaling real estate for profit means earning an assignment fee on every deal without buying, fixing, or financing the house. Your profit depends on one thing above all: how cheaply you can put a home under contract. That is why ForeclosuresDaily.com delivers off-market leads on owners who need to sell fast, so you start every deal with a margin.

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United States wholesaling real estate for profit map with median listing price by state

$419,250

U.S. median listing price

1,161,615

Active listings nationwide (up 2.8%)

61 days

Average time on market

$223

Median price per sq ft

Market data: Realtor.com U.S. housing market, October 2026, and the Zillow Home Value Index, August 2026.

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National market snapshot

How much profit can you make wholesaling real estate?

Your profit is the assignment fee, which is the gap between your contract price and the price your cash buyer pays. For example, a 3% fee on a home at the U.S. median of $419,250 is about $13,000, and many wholesalers earn more on deeper discounts.

However, profit is not guaranteed. Marketing, earnest money, and deals that fall through all cost money, so track your cost per deal. In addition, use our 291 local guides below to price offers with current market data.

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Step-by-step

How do you make a profit on every wholesale deal?

Follow these six habits of profitable wholesalers:

Pick a profitable market

First, choose an area where homes sell quickly and buyers are active, and then open its local guide below.

Buy leads, not lists

Next, focus on fresh motivated-seller leads, because stale lists cost more per deal.

Know your repair costs

Then walk every property, since an accurate repair estimate protects your fee.

Leave room for your buyer

After that, apply the 70% Rule, so that your buyer still profits after your fee.

Keep a deep buyers list

In addition, more buyers mean more competition for your contract and a higher fee.

Track every dollar

Finally, measure your marketing cost per closed deal and cut what does not pay.

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Targeted real estate lead generation

Motivated sellers who want to liquidate fast

For this reason, ForeclosuresDaily.com’s off-market real estate platform covers every major distress signal across the U.S., cross-referenced with tax rolls and property appraiser records.

Probate LeadsExecutors who must sell before the estate can close.Get probate leads →Pre-Probate LeadsFamilies who may sell before a probate case is filed.See pre-probate leads →Inheritance LeadsHeirs who want to sell because they will not keep the home.View inheritance leads →Foreclosure LeadsOwners behind on payments who want to sell before auction.Explore foreclosure leads →Divorce LeadsCouples who must sell when they divide shared assets.Find divorce leads →Eviction LeadsTired landlords who want out because of problem tenants.Browse eviction leads →Code Violation LeadsOwners facing fines because of open violations and costly repairs.Check code violation leads →Tax DelinquencyOwners behind on property taxes who need cash soon.Target tax-delinquent owners →Absentee Owner LeadsOut-of-area owners, especially those far from the property.Reach absentee owners →Life Leads & FSBOOwners selling on their own rather than with an agent.Shop all lead products →

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Find a deal

What contract price leaves you a profit?

Every offer starts with the ARV, which is what the home will be worth once it is fixed. For example, the 70% Rule says your buyer should pay no more than 70% of ARV minus repairs. Because your assignment fee comes out of that number, your contract price must be even lower.

For instance, here is the math using the U.S. median listing price as the ARV, an 8% repair budget, and a typical assignment fee.

Wholesale offer example

ARV$419,250

70% of ARV − repairs ($34,000)$259,475

Your assignment fee− $13,000

Your contract price$246,475

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States

Wholesaling guides by state

Every state below links to our local wholesaling guides, with current prices, the 70% Rule, and ZIP code data. Next, click a state to open its guides.

Florida30 local guides$414,900Negotiate

Florida (FL) market snapshot

$414,900 ▼ 3.5%Median listing price

$250Price per sq ft

81 days ▼ 6.9%Days on market

$2,499Median rent

281,322 ▼ 8.6%Active listings

7.2%Gross rent yield

Investor note: We publish 30 local wholesaling guides for Florida, listed below. Homes sit longer here, so long market times create motivated sellers. Meanwhile, the median price is down 3.5% from a year earlier, and inventory is down 8.6%. Because of this, focus on deep discounts from off-market sellers.

In addition, the Zillow Home Value Index for Florida is $375,470 (down 1.5% over the year) as of August 2026.

Max offer when the ARV equals the median price$414,900 × 70% − $33,000 repairs = $257,430 max offer

Texas23 local guides$359,990Wholesale

Texas (TX) market snapshot

$359,990 ▼ 2.4%Median listing price

$182Price per sq ft

64 daysDays on market

$1,795 ▼ 0.3%Median rent

311,523 ▲ 1.8%Active listings

6.0%Gross rent yield

Investor note: We publish 23 local wholesaling guides for Texas, listed below. This state has the largest inventory on the list, so there are more owners to reach. Meanwhile, the median price is down 2.4% from a year earlier. Consequently, line up cash buyers before you sign a contract.

In addition, the Zillow Home Value Index for Texas is $299,367 (down 1.6% over the year) as of August 2026.

Max offer when the ARV equals the median price$359,990 × 70% − $29,000 repairs = $222,993 max offer

Local guides: Bell County · Bexar County · Brazoria County · Cameron County · Dallas County · Denton County · Ellis County · Fort Bend County · Harris County · Hidalgo County · McLennan County · Tarrant County · Travis County · Wholesale House Prices Austin · Wholesale House Prices Dallas · Wholesale House Prices El Paso · Wholesale House Prices Fort Worth · Wholesale House Prices Houston · Wholesale House Prices San Antonio · Wholesale Real Estate Arlington Texas · Wholesale Real Estate Dallas, Texas · Wholesale Real Estate Tarrant County, Texas · Williamson County
Also see the full Texas market report on Realtor.com →Then view Texas homes on Zillow →

California20 local guides$730,000Flip

California (CA) market snapshot

$730,000 ▼ 2.6%Median listing price

$459Price per sq ft

53 days ▼ 5.4%Days on market

$3,003 ▼ 3%Median rent

154,216 ▼ 2.2%Active listings

4.9%Gross rent yield

Investor note: We publish 20 local wholesaling guides for California, listed below. Median prices are the highest on the list, so one deal can carry a big margin. Meanwhile, the median price is down 2.6% from a year earlier. In addition, compare ARV within one county rather than across the state.

In addition, the Zillow Home Value Index for California is $764,158 (up 0.4% over the year) as of August 2026.

Max offer when the ARV equals the median price$730,000 × 70% − $58,000 repairs = $453,000 max offer

Local guides: Contra Costa County · El Dorado County · Los Angeles County · Orange County · Riverside County · Sacramento County · San Diego County · Solano County · Wholesale House Prices Fresno · Wholesale House Prices Long Beach · Wholesale House Prices Los Angeles · Wholesale House Prices Oakland · Wholesale House Prices Sacramento · Wholesale House Prices San Francisco · Wholesale House Prices San Jose · Wholesale Real Estate Bakersfield California · Wholesale Real Estate Prices San Diego · Wholesale Real Estate Sacramento, CA · Wholesale real estate San Diego, California · Wholesale Real Estate San Francisco, California
Also see the full California market report on Realtor.com →Then view California homes on Zillow →

New York17 local guides$615,000Negotiate

New York () market snapshot

$615,000 ▼ 5.4%Median listing price

$381Price per sq ft

61 days ▼ 4.7%Days on market

$4,000 ▼ 0.9%Median rent

80,633 ▲ 2.4%Active listings

7.8%Gross rent yield

Investor note: We publish 17 local wholesaling guides for New York, listed below. Meanwhile, the median price is down 5.4% from a year earlier. Meanwhile, pull probate and pre-foreclosure leads first.

In addition, the Zillow Home Value Index for New York is $526,714 (up 5.6% over the year) as of August 2026.

Max offer when the ARV equals the median price$615,000 × 70% − $49,000 repairs = $381,500 max offer

Local guides: Albany County · Bronx County · Dutchess County · Erie County · Kings County · Monroe County · Nassau County · New York County · Onondaga County · Orange County · Queens County · Richmond County · Rockland County · Suffolk County · Westchester County · Wholesale Real Estate for Sale Brooklyn, New York · Wholesale real estate for sale in Buffalo, New York
Also see the full New York market report on Realtor.com →Then view New York homes on Zillow →

Pennsylvania15 local guides$315,000Wholesale

Pennsylvania (PA) market snapshot

$315,000 ▼ 1.6%Median listing price

$190Price per sq ft

51 days ▲ 4.1%Days on market

$1,700 ▼ 0.6%Median rent

61,699 ▲ 7.5%Active listings

6.5%Gross rent yield

Investor note: We publish 15 local wholesaling guides for Pennsylvania, listed below. Meanwhile, the median price is down 1.6% from a year earlier, and inventory is up 7.5%. Also, your assignment fee depends on buying well below retail.

In addition, the Zillow Home Value Index for Pennsylvania is $290,401 (up 2.4% over the year) as of August 2026.

Max offer when the ARV equals the median price$315,000 × 70% − $25,000 repairs = $195,500 max offer

Local guides: Allegheny County · Berks County · Bucks County · Chester County · Delaware County · Lancaster County · Lehigh County · Montgomery County · Philadelphia County · Westmoreland County · Wholesale House Prices Philadelphia · Wholesale Philadelphia, PA · Wholesale Real Estate Bucks County, Pennsylvania · Wholesale Real Estate Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania · York County
Also see the full Pennsylvania market report on Realtor.com →Then view Pennsylvania homes on Zillow →

Michigan12 local guides$300,000Flip & wholesale

Michigan (MI) market snapshot

$300,000Median listing price

$189Price per sq ft

43 daysDays on market

$1,500 ▼ 4.8%Median rent

61,728 ▲ 9.3%Active listings

6.0%Gross rent yield

Investor note: We publish 12 local wholesaling guides for Michigan, listed below. Meanwhile, inventory is up 9.3%. As a result, absentee owners are worth a direct mail campaign.

In addition, the Zillow Home Value Index for Michigan is $266,292 (up 4% over the year) as of August 2026.

Max offer when the ARV equals the median price$300,000 × 70% − $24,000 repairs = $186,000 max offer

Local guides: Genesee County · Ingham County · Kalamazoo County · Kent County · Macomb County · Oakland County · Ottawa County · Washtenaw County · Wayne County · Wholesale House Prices Detroit · Wholesale Real Estate Detroit Michigan · Wholesale Real Estate Jackson County Michigan
Also see the full Michigan market report on Realtor.com →Then view Michigan homes on Zillow →

Colorado11 local guides$568,900Negotiate

Colorado (CO) market snapshot

$568,900 ▼ 4.4%Median listing price

$282Price per sq ft

63 days ▼ 1.6%Days on market

$1,845 ▼ 0.3%Median rent

60,146 ▲ 4.5%Active listings

3.9%Gross rent yield

Investor note: We publish 11 local wholesaling guides for Colorado, listed below. Meanwhile, the median price is down 4.4% from a year earlier, and inventory is up 4.5%. Therefore, tired landlords may welcome a quick cash offer.

In addition, the Zillow Home Value Index for Colorado is $532,748 (down 1.4% over the year) as of August 2026.

Max offer when the ARV equals the median price$568,900 × 70% − $46,000 repairs = $352,230 max offer

Local guides: Adams County · Arapahoe County · Boulder County · Denver County · Douglas County · Jefferson County · Larimer County · Wholesale House Prices Colorado Springs · Wholesale House Prices Denver · Wholesale Real Estate Denver Colorado · Wholesale Real Estate Prices Aurora Colorado
Also see the full Colorado market report on Realtor.com →Then view Colorado homes on Zillow →

Ohio10 local guides$289,000Flip & wholesale

Ohio (OH) market snapshot

$289,000Median listing price

$169Price per sq ft

43 days ▲ 8.1%Days on market

$1,300 ▼ 3.7%Median rent

54,317 ▲ 6.8%Active listings

5.4%Gross rent yield

Investor note: We publish 10 local wholesaling guides for Ohio, listed below. Meanwhile, inventory is up 6.8%. For this reason, check code-violation records for distressed homes.

In addition, the Zillow Home Value Index for Ohio is $248,803 (up 3.4% over the year) as of August 2026.

Max offer when the ARV equals the median price$289,000 × 70% − $23,000 repairs = $179,300 max offer

Local guides: Columbus · Cuyahoga County · Franklin County · Hamilton County · Lucas County · Montgomery County · Summit County · Wholesale House Prices Cincinnati · Wholesale House Prices Columbus · Wholesale Real Estate Cincinnati Ohio
Also see the full Ohio market report on Realtor.com →Then view Ohio homes on Zillow →

Tennessee10 local guides$434,700Wholesale

Tennessee (TN) market snapshot

$434,700 ▼ 0.9%Median listing price

$222Price per sq ft

66 days ▲ 8.2%Days on market

$1,800 ▼ 4%Median rent

74,258 ▲ 8.1%Active listings

5.0%Gross rent yield

Investor note: We publish 10 local wholesaling guides for Tennessee, listed below. Meanwhile, the median price is down 0.9% from a year earlier, and inventory is up 8.1%. Because of this, focus on deep discounts from off-market sellers.

In addition, the Zillow Home Value Index for Tennessee is $334,108 (up 0.7% over the year) as of August 2026.

Max offer when the ARV equals the median price$434,700 × 70% − $35,000 repairs = $269,290 max offer

Local guides: Davidson County · Hamilton County · Knox County · Rutherford County · Shelby County · Sumner County · Wholesale House Prices Memphis · Wholesale House Prices Nashville · Wholesale Memphis, TN · Wholesale Real Estate Nashville Tennessee
Also see the full Tennessee market report on Realtor.com →Then view Tennessee homes on Zillow →

New Jersey9 local guides$599,000Flip

New Jersey () market snapshot

$599,000Median listing price

$352Price per sq ft

44 daysDays on market

$2,662Median rent

25,963Active listings

5.3%Gross rent yield

Investor note: We publish 9 local wholesaling guides for New Jersey, listed below. Meanwhile, prices are about flat from a year earlier. Consequently, line up cash buyers before you sign a contract.

In addition, the Zillow Home Value Index for New Jersey is $580,353 (up 3.9% over the year) as of August 2026.

Max offer when the ARV equals the median price$599,000 × 70% − $48,000 repairs = $371,300 max offer

Local guides: Camden County · Essex County · Hudson County · Middlesex County · Monmouth County · Ocean County · Passaic County · Union County · Wholesale Newark, NJ
Also see the full New Jersey market report on Realtor.com →Then view New Jersey homes on Zillow →

Virginia9 local guides$457,000Wholesale

Virginia (VA) market snapshot

$457,000 ▲ 1.6%Median listing price

$234Price per sq ft

46 days ▲ 4.5%Days on market

$2,450 ▲ 2.1%Median rent

47,449 ▲ 11.8%Active listings

6.4%Gross rent yield

Investor note: We publish 9 local wholesaling guides for Virginia, listed below. Meanwhile, the median price is up 1.6% from a year earlier, and inventory is up 11.8%. In addition, compare ARV within one county rather than across the state.

In addition, the Zillow Home Value Index for Virginia is $414,662 (up 2.2% over the year) as of August 2026.

Max offer when the ARV equals the median price$457,000 × 70% − $37,000 repairs = $282,900 max offer

Local guides: Chesapeake · Chesterfield County · Fairfax County · Henrico County · Loudoun County · Norfolk · Prince William County · Virginia Beach · Wholesale House Prices Virginia Beach
Also see the full Virginia market report on Realtor.com →Then view Virginia homes on Zillow →

Illinois8 local guides$329,000Buy & hold

Illinois (IL) market snapshot

$329,000 ▲ 2.8%Median listing price

$188Price per sq ft

38 daysDays on market

$2,250 ▲ 2.5%Median rent

50,062 ▼ 0.3%Active listings

8.2%Gross rent yield

Investor note: We publish 8 local wholesaling guides for Illinois, listed below. Rents are high compared with prices, which attracts buy-and-hold buyers. Meanwhile, the median price is up 2.8% from a year earlier. Meanwhile, pull probate and pre-foreclosure leads first.

In addition, the Zillow Home Value Index for Illinois is $297,573 (up 5.3% over the year) as of August 2026.

Max offer when the ARV equals the median price$329,000 × 70% − $26,000 repairs = $204,300 max offer

Local guides: Cook County · DuPage County · Kane County · Lake County · Mason County · Wholesale Chicago, IL · Wholesale House Prices Chicago · Will County
Also see the full Illinois market report on Realtor.com →Then view Illinois homes on Zillow →

Missouri8 local guides$305,000Flip & wholesale

Missouri (MO) market snapshot

$305,000 ▼ 1.6%Median listing price

$173Price per sq ft

54 days ▲ 1.9%Days on market

$1,495 ▼ 0.3%Median rent

43,915 ▲ 1.9%Active listings

5.9%Gross rent yield

Investor note: We publish 8 local wholesaling guides for Missouri, listed below. Meanwhile, the median price is down 1.6% from a year earlier. Also, your assignment fee depends on buying well below retail.

In addition, the Zillow Home Value Index for Missouri is $267,879 (up 3.5% over the year) as of August 2026.

Max offer when the ARV equals the median price$305,000 × 70% − $24,000 repairs = $189,500 max offer

Local guides: Greene County · Jackson County · Jefferson County · St. Charles County · St. Louis County · Wholesale House Prices Kansas City · Wholesale Real Estate Kansas City Missouri · Wholesale Real Estate St. Louis, Missouri
Also see the full Missouri market report on Realtor.com →Then view Missouri homes on Zillow →

North Carolina7 local guides$409,220Wholesale

North Carolina () market snapshot

$409,220 ▼ 2.5%Median listing price

$213Price per sq ft

66 days ▲ 3.1%Days on market

$1,681 ▼ 1.1%Median rent

102,651 ▲ 6.9%Active listings

4.9%Gross rent yield

Investor note: We publish 7 local wholesaling guides for North Carolina, listed below. Meanwhile, the median price is down 2.5% from a year earlier, and inventory is up 6.9%. As a result, absentee owners are worth a direct mail campaign.

In addition, the Zillow Home Value Index for North Carolina is $334,773 as of August 2026.

Max offer when the ARV equals the median price$409,220 × 70% − $33,000 repairs = $253,454 max offer

Local guides: Charlotte · Guilford County · Mecklenburg County · Wake County · Wholesale House Prices Charlotte · Wholesale House Prices Raleigh · Wholesale Real Estate Charlotte, North Carolina
Also see the full North Carolina market report on Realtor.com →Then view North Carolina homes on Zillow →

South Carolina7 local guides$360,000Wholesale

South Carolina () market snapshot

$360,000 ▼ 2.7%Median listing price

$201Price per sq ft

67 days ▲ 4.7%Days on market

$1,840 ▼ 0.1%Median rent

58,713 ▲ 6.8%Active listings

6.1%Gross rent yield

Investor note: We publish 7 local wholesaling guides for South Carolina, listed below. Meanwhile, the median price is down 2.7% from a year earlier, and inventory is up 6.8%. Therefore, tired landlords may welcome a quick cash offer.

In addition, the Zillow Home Value Index for South Carolina is $306,323 (up 1% over the year) as of August 2026.

Max offer when the ARV equals the median price$360,000 × 70% − $29,000 repairs = $223,000 max offer

Local guides: Charleston County · Greenville County · Horry County · Lexington County · Richland County · Spartanburg County · Wholesale Real Estate Greenville South Carolina
Also see the full South Carolina market report on Realtor.com →Then view South Carolina homes on Zillow →

Arizona6 local guides$459,990Negotiate

Arizona (AZ) market snapshot

$459,990 ▼ 4%Median listing price

$260Price per sq ft

70 days ▼ 1.4%Days on market

$1,710 ▼ 3.1%Median rent

63,935 ▲ 0.9%Active listings

4.5%Gross rent yield

Investor note: We publish 6 local wholesaling guides for Arizona, listed below. Meanwhile, the median price is down 4% from a year earlier. For this reason, check code-violation records for distressed homes.

In addition, the Zillow Home Value Index for Arizona is $417,990 (down 1.1% over the year) as of August 2026.

Max offer when the ARV equals the median price$459,990 × 70% − $37,000 repairs = $284,993 max offer

Local guides: Maricopa County · Wholesale House Prices Mesa · Wholesale House Prices Phoenix · Wholesale House Prices Tucson · Wholesale Real Estate Phoenix Arizona · Wholesale Real Estate Tucson, Arizona
Also see the full Arizona market report on Realtor.com →Then view Arizona homes on Zillow →

Georgia6 local guides$394,000Wholesale

Georgia (GA) market snapshot

$394,000 ▼ 0.3%Median listing price

$188Price per sq ft

65 days ▲ 8.3%Days on market

$1,863 ▲ 0.8%Median rent

90,035 ▲ 6.6%Active listings

5.7%Gross rent yield

Investor note: We publish 6 local wholesaling guides for Georgia, listed below. Meanwhile, the median price is down 0.3% from a year earlier, and inventory is up 6.6%. Because of this, focus on deep discounts from off-market sellers.

In addition, the Zillow Home Value Index for Georgia is $330,817 (down 0.5% over the year) as of August 2026.

Max offer when the ARV equals the median price$394,000 × 70% − $32,000 repairs = $243,800 max offer

Local guides: Cobb County · DeKalb County · Fulton County · Gwinnett County · Wholesale House Prices Atlanta · Wholesale Real Estate Atlanta Georgia
Also see the full Georgia market report on Realtor.com →Then view Georgia homes on Zillow →

Minnesota6 local guides$388,000Wholesale

Minnesota (MN) market snapshot

$388,000 ▼ 1.8%Median listing price

$199Price per sq ft

45 daysDays on market

$1,750 ▼ 2.8%Median rent

35,594 ▲ 16.5%Active listings

5.4%Gross rent yield

Investor note: We publish 6 local wholesaling guides for Minnesota, listed below. Meanwhile, the median price is down 1.8% from a year earlier, and inventory is up 16.5%. Consequently, line up cash buyers before you sign a contract.

In addition, the Zillow Home Value Index for Minnesota is $350,752 (up 2.5% over the year) as of August 2026.

Max offer when the ARV equals the median price$388,000 × 70% − $31,000 repairs = $240,600 max offer

Local guides: Anoka County · Dakota County · Hennepin County · Ramsey County · Washington County · Wholesale Real Estate Saint Paul, Minnesota
Also see the full Minnesota market report on Realtor.com →Then view Minnesota homes on Zillow →

Nevada6 local guides$489,000Wholesale

Nevada (NV) market snapshot

$489,000 ▼ 2%Median listing price

$268Price per sq ft

58 daysDays on market

$2,064 ▲ 0.7%Median rent

24,347 ▲ 1.7%Active listings

5.1%Gross rent yield

Investor note: We publish 6 local wholesaling guides for Nevada, listed below. Meanwhile, the median price is down 2% from a year earlier. In addition, compare ARV within one county rather than across the state.

In addition, the Zillow Home Value Index for Nevada is $442,027 (down 1.8% over the year) as of August 2026.

Max offer when the ARV equals the median price$489,000 × 70% − $39,000 repairs = $303,300 max offer

Local guides: Clark County · Wholesale House Prices Las Vegas · Wholesale House Prices Nevada · Wholesale Las Vegas, NV · Wholesale Real Estate Clark County, Nevada · Wholesale Real Estate Henderson Nevada
Also see the full Nevada market report on Realtor.com →Then view Nevada homes on Zillow →

Washington6 local guides$649,000Flip

Washington (WA) market snapshot

$649,000 ▼ 0.1%Median listing price

$342Price per sq ft

54 days ▲ 5.9%Days on market

$2,180 ▼ 11%Median rent

54,775 ▲ 13.1%Active listings

4.0%Gross rent yield

Investor note: We publish 6 local wholesaling guides for Washington, listed below. Meanwhile, the median price is down 0.1% from a year earlier, and inventory is up 13.1%. Meanwhile, pull probate and pre-foreclosure leads first.

In addition, the Zillow Home Value Index for Washington is $591,879 (down 0.3% over the year) as of August 2026.

Max offer when the ARV equals the median price$649,000 × 70% − $52,000 repairs = $402,300 max offer

Local guides: Clark County · King County · Pierce County · Snohomish County · Spokane County · Wholesale House Prices Seattle
Also see the full Washington market report on Realtor.com →Then view Washington homes on Zillow →

Wisconsin6 local guides$398,950Wholesale

Wisconsin (WI) market snapshot

$398,950Median listing price

$218Price per sq ft

43 days ▲ 2.4%Days on market

$1,500 ▲ 3.8%Median rent

31,126 ▲ 2.7%Active listings

4.5%Gross rent yield

Investor note: We publish 6 local wholesaling guides for Wisconsin, listed below. Meanwhile, the median price is down 0% from a year earlier. Also, your assignment fee depends on buying well below retail.

In addition, the Zillow Home Value Index for Wisconsin is $339,699 (up 5.1% over the year) as of August 2026.

Max offer when the ARV equals the median price$398,950 × 70% − $32,000 repairs = $247,265 max offer

Local guides: Dane County · Milwaukee County · Waukesha County · Wholesale House Prices Milwaukee · Wholesale Real Estate Green Bay, Wisconsin · Wholesale Real Estate Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Also see the full Wisconsin market report on Realtor.com →Then view Wisconsin homes on Zillow →

Indiana5 local guides$299,900Flip & wholesale

Indiana (IN) market snapshot

$299,900Median listing price

$163Price per sq ft

50 days ▲ 8.7%Days on market

$1,495 ▼ 6.6%Median rent

39,007 ▲ 6.4%Active listings

6.0%Gross rent yield

Investor note: We publish 5 local wholesaling guides for Indiana, listed below. Meanwhile, inventory is up 6.4%. As a result, absentee owners are worth a direct mail campaign.

In addition, the Zillow Home Value Index for Indiana is $260,095 (up 3% over the year) as of August 2026.

Max offer when the ARV equals the median price$299,900 × 70% − $24,000 repairs = $185,930 max offer

Local guides: Allen County · Lake County · Marion County · Wholesale House Prices Indianapolis · Wholesale Real Estate Indianapolis Indiana
Also see the full Indiana market report on Realtor.com →Then view Indiana homes on Zillow →

Maryland5 local guides$425,000Negotiate

Maryland (MD) market snapshot

$425,000 ▼ 5.3%Median listing price

$229Price per sq ft

46 days ▲ 9.5%Days on market

$2,300 ▲ 2.5%Median rent

28,743 ▲ 9.7%Active listings

6.5%Gross rent yield

Investor note: We publish 5 local wholesaling guides for Maryland, listed below. Meanwhile, the median price is down 5.3% from a year earlier, and inventory is up 9.7%. Therefore, tired landlords may welcome a quick cash offer.

In addition, the Zillow Home Value Index for Maryland is $428,308 as of August 2026.

Max offer when the ARV equals the median price$425,000 × 70% − $34,000 repairs = $263,500 max offer

Local guides: Baltimore County · Montgomery County · Prince Georges County · Wholesale Baltimore, MD · Wholesale House Prices Baltimore
Also see the full Maryland market report on Realtor.com →Then view Maryland homes on Zillow →

Massachusetts5 local guides$725,000Negotiate

Massachusetts (MA) market snapshot

$725,000 ▼ 4.5%Median listing price

$413Price per sq ft

51 days ▲ 8.5%Days on market

$3,000 ▼ 2.8%Median rent

26,718 ▲ 14.9%Active listings

5.0%Gross rent yield

Investor note: We publish 5 local wholesaling guides for Massachusetts, listed below. Meanwhile, the median price is down 4.5% from a year earlier, and inventory is up 14.9%. For this reason, check code-violation records for distressed homes.

In addition, the Zillow Home Value Index for Massachusetts is $661,896 (up 2.3% over the year) as of August 2026.

Max offer when the ARV equals the median price$725,000 × 70% − $58,000 repairs = $449,500 max offer

Local guides: Norfolk County · Plymouth County · Wholesale House Prices Boston · Wholesale Real Estate Lowell Massachusetts · Worcester County
Also see the full Massachusetts market report on Realtor.com →Then view Massachusetts homes on Zillow →

New Mexico5 local guides$404,970Negotiate

New Mexico () market snapshot

$404,970Median listing price

$217Price per sq ft

73 days ▲ 4.3%Days on market

$1,430 ▼ 6.2%Median rent

19,095 ▲ 6.9%Active listings

4.2%Gross rent yield

Investor note: We publish 5 local wholesaling guides for New Mexico, listed below. Meanwhile, the median price is up 0% from a year earlier, and inventory is up 6.9%. Because of this, focus on deep discounts from off-market sellers.

In addition, the Zillow Home Value Index for New Mexico is $318,241 (up 1.7% over the year) as of August 2026.

Max offer when the ARV equals the median price$404,970 × 70% − $32,000 repairs = $251,479 max offer

Local guides: Bernalillo County · Dona Ana County · Santa Fe County · Wholesale House Prices Albuquerque · Wholesale Real Estate Santa Fe, New Mexico
Also see the full New Mexico market report on Realtor.com →Then view New Mexico homes on Zillow →

Utah5 local guides$579,000Flip

Utah (UT) market snapshot

$579,000 ▼ 2.7%Median listing price

$254Price per sq ft

65 daysDays on market

$1,850 ▼ 1.3%Median rent

29,604 ▲ 6.5%Active listings

3.8%Gross rent yield

Investor note: We publish 5 local wholesaling guides for Utah, listed below. Meanwhile, the median price is down 2.7% from a year earlier, and inventory is up 6.5%. Consequently, line up cash buyers before you sign a contract.

In addition, the Zillow Home Value Index for Utah is $534,582 (up 1.5% over the year) as of August 2026.

Max offer when the ARV equals the median price$579,000 × 70% − $46,000 repairs = $359,300 max offer

Local guides: Davis County · Salt Lake County · Utah County · Weber County · Wholesale Real Estate Salt Lake City, UT
Also see the full Utah market report on Realtor.com →Then view Utah homes on Zillow →

Alabama4 local guides$330,900Wholesale

Alabama (AL) market snapshot

$330,900 ▼ 1.2%Median listing price

$167Price per sq ft

68 days ▲ 1.5%Days on market

$1,550 ▼ 3.1%Median rent

48,147 ▲ 3.4%Active listings

5.6%Gross rent yield

Investor note: We publish 4 local wholesaling guides for Alabama, listed below. Meanwhile, the median price is down 1.2% from a year earlier, and inventory is up 3.4%. In addition, compare ARV within one county rather than across the state.

In addition, the Zillow Home Value Index for Alabama is $241,613 (up 1.9% over the year) as of August 2026.

Max offer when the ARV equals the median price$330,900 × 70% − $26,000 repairs = $205,630 max offer

Local guides: Jefferson County · Madison County · Mobile County · Wholesale Birmingham, AL
Also see the full Alabama market report on Realtor.com →Then view Alabama homes on Zillow →

Mississippi4 local guides$295,000Flip & wholesale

Mississippi (MS) market snapshot

$295,000Median listing price

$151Price per sq ft

73 days ▲ 4.3%Days on market

$1,595 ▲ 14.3%Median rent

21,969 ▲ 5.1%Active listings

6.5%Gross rent yield

Investor note: We publish 4 local wholesaling guides for Mississippi, listed below. Meanwhile, inventory is up 5.1%. Meanwhile, pull probate and pre-foreclosure leads first.

In addition, the Zillow Home Value Index for Mississippi is $197,606 (up 2.3% over the year) as of August 2026.

Max offer when the ARV equals the median price$295,000 × 70% − $24,000 repairs = $182,500 max offer

Local guides: DeSoto County · Harrison County · Hinds County · Wholesale Real Estate Gulfport, Mississippi
Also see the full Mississippi market report on Realtor.com →Then view Mississippi homes on Zillow →

Delaware3 local guides$484,900Wholesale

Delaware (DE) market snapshot

$484,900 ▲ 1%Median listing price

$232Price per sq ft

60 daysDays on market

$2,000 ▲ 0.3%Median rent

7,382 ▲ 11.6%Active listings

4.9%Gross rent yield

Investor note: We publish 3 local wholesaling guides for Delaware, listed below. Meanwhile, the median price is up 1% from a year earlier, and inventory is up 11.6%. Also, your assignment fee depends on buying well below retail.

In addition, the Zillow Home Value Index for Delaware is $406,074 (up 1.3% over the year) as of August 2026.

Max offer when the ARV equals the median price$484,900 × 70% − $39,000 repairs = $300,430 max offer

Local guides: New Castle County · Sussex County · Wholesale Real Estate Wilmington Delaware
Also see the full Delaware market report on Realtor.com →Then view Delaware homes on Zillow →

Nebraska3 local guides$340,000Wholesale

Nebraska (NE) market snapshot

$340,000 ▼ 2.6%Median listing price

$170Price per sq ft

47 days ▲ 6.8%Days on market

$1,450 ▼ 9.4%Median rent

12,902 ▲ 3.7%Active listings

5.1%Gross rent yield

Investor note: We publish 3 local wholesaling guides for Nebraska, listed below. Meanwhile, the median price is down 2.6% from a year earlier, and inventory is up 3.7%. As a result, absentee owners are worth a direct mail campaign.

In addition, the Zillow Home Value Index for Nebraska is $280,673 (up 3.1% over the year) as of August 2026.

Max offer when the ARV equals the median price$340,000 × 70% − $27,000 repairs = $211,000 max offer

Local guides: Douglas County · Lancaster County · Wholesale House Prices Omaha
Also see the full Nebraska market report on Realtor.com →Then view Nebraska homes on Zillow →

New Hampshire3 local guides$599,000Flip

New Hampshire () market snapshot

$599,000 ▲ 0.7%Median listing price

$310Price per sq ft

54 days ▲ 17.4%Days on market

$2,139 ▼ 2.8%Median rent

7,668 ▲ 2%Active listings

4.3%Gross rent yield

Investor note: We publish 3 local wholesaling guides for New Hampshire, listed below. Meanwhile, the median price is up 0.7% from a year earlier. Therefore, tired landlords may welcome a quick cash offer.

In addition, the Zillow Home Value Index for New Hampshire is $516,306 (up 2.9% over the year) as of August 2026.

Max offer when the ARV equals the median price$599,000 × 70% − $48,000 repairs = $371,300 max offer

Local guides: Hillsborough County · Rockingham County · Wholesale Manchester
Also see the full New Hampshire market report on Realtor.com →Then view New Hampshire homes on Zillow →

Rhode Island3 local guides$589,900Flip

Rhode Island () market snapshot

$589,900 ▲ 1%Median listing price

$383Price per sq ft

37 days ▼ 5.1%Days on market

$2,400 ▼ 2.8%Median rent

4,321 ▲ 7%Active listings

4.9%Gross rent yield

Investor note: We publish 3 local wholesaling guides for Rhode Island, listed below. Homes sell faster here than anywhere else on the list. Meanwhile, the median price is up 1% from a year earlier, and inventory is up 7%. For this reason, check code-violation records for distressed homes.

In addition, the Zillow Home Value Index for Rhode Island is $511,233 (up 3.4% over the year) as of August 2026.

Max offer when the ARV equals the median price$589,900 × 70% − $47,000 repairs = $365,930 max offer

Local guides: Kent County · Providence County · Wholesale Real Estate Providence, Rhode Island
Also see the full Rhode Island market report on Realtor.com →Then view Rhode Island homes on Zillow →

Kentucky2 local guides$310,000Flip & wholesale

Kentucky (KY) market snapshot

$310,000Median listing price

$174Price per sq ft

54 days ▲ 5.9%Days on market

$1,395 ▼ 0.3%Median rent

30,102 ▲ 11.9%Active listings

5.4%Gross rent yield

Investor note: We publish 2 local wholesaling guides for Kentucky, listed below. Meanwhile, inventory is up 11.9%. Because of this, focus on deep discounts from off-market sellers.

In addition, the Zillow Home Value Index for Kentucky is $232,577 (down 0.4% over the year) as of August 2026.

Max offer when the ARV equals the median price$310,000 × 70% − $25,000 repairs = $192,000 max offer

Local guides: Wholesale House Prices Louisville · Wholesale Louisville, KY
Also see the full Kentucky market report on Realtor.com →Then view Kentucky homes on Zillow →

Oklahoma2 local guides$299,000Flip & wholesale

Oklahoma (OK) market snapshot

$299,000 ▼ 0.3%Median listing price

$163Price per sq ft

62 days ▲ 6.9%Days on market

$1,299 ▲ 1.9%Median rent

37,195 ▲ 4%Active listings

5.2%Gross rent yield

Investor note: We publish 2 local wholesaling guides for Oklahoma, listed below. Meanwhile, the median price is down 0.3% from a year earlier, and inventory is up 4%. Consequently, line up cash buyers before you sign a contract.

In addition, the Zillow Home Value Index for Oklahoma is $223,261 (up 2.8% over the year) as of August 2026.

Max offer when the ARV equals the median price$299,000 × 70% − $24,000 repairs = $185,300 max offer

Local guides: Wholesale House Prices Oklahoma City · Wholesale Real Estate Tulsa Oklahoma
Also see the full Oklahoma market report on Realtor.com →Then view Oklahoma homes on Zillow →

Oregon2 local guides$565,000Flip

Oregon (OR) market snapshot

$565,000 ▼ 0.9%Median listing price

$302Price per sq ft

66 daysDays on market

$1,785 ▲ 0.1%Median rent

33,620 ▲ 8%Active listings

3.8%Gross rent yield

Investor note: We publish 2 local wholesaling guides for Oregon, listed below. Meanwhile, the median price is down 0.9% from a year earlier, and inventory is up 8%. In addition, compare ARV within one county rather than across the state.

In addition, the Zillow Home Value Index for Oregon is $496,113 (down 0.1% over the year) as of August 2026.

Max offer when the ARV equals the median price$565,000 × 70% − $45,000 repairs = $350,500 max offer

Local guides: Wholesale House Prices Portland · Wholesale Portland, OR
Also see the full Oregon market report on Realtor.com →Then view Oregon homes on Zillow →

Connecticut1 local guide$530,000Wholesale

Connecticut (CT) market snapshot

$530,000 ▼ 0.9%Median listing price

$281Price per sq ft

42 days ▼ 2.3%Days on market

$2,300 ▼ 0.7%Median rent

12,742 ▲ 2.6%Active listings

5.2%Gross rent yield

Investor note: We publish 1 local wholesaling guide for Connecticut, listed below. Meanwhile, the median price is down 0.9% from a year earlier. Meanwhile, pull probate and pre-foreclosure leads first.

In addition, the Zillow Home Value Index for Connecticut is $450,873 (up 5% over the year) as of August 2026.

Max offer when the ARV equals the median price$530,000 × 70% − $42,000 repairs = $329,000 max offer

Local guides: Wholesale Real Estate Hartford, Connecticut
Also see the full Connecticut market report on Realtor.com →Then view Connecticut homes on Zillow →

Idaho1 local guide$599,000Flip

Idaho (ID) market snapshot

$599,000 ▲ 1.5%Median listing price

$296Price per sq ft

58 days ▼ 3.3%Days on market

$2,112 ▲ 11.2%Median rent

22,348 ▼ 5.1%Active listings

4.2%Gross rent yield

Investor note: We publish 1 local wholesaling guide for Idaho, listed below. Meanwhile, the median price is up 1.5% from a year earlier, and inventory is down 5.1%. Also, your assignment fee depends on buying well below retail.

In addition, the Zillow Home Value Index for Idaho is $478,744 (up 2% over the year) as of August 2026.

Max offer when the ARV equals the median price$599,000 × 70% − $48,000 repairs = $371,300 max offer

Local guides: Wholesale Real Estate Boise, Idaho
Also see the full Idaho market report on Realtor.com →Then view Idaho homes on Zillow →

Kansas1 local guide$295,000Flip & wholesale

Kansas (KS) market snapshot

$295,000 ▼ 1.3%Median listing price

$157Price per sq ft

54 days ▲ 5.9%Days on market

$1,220 ▲ 3%Median rent

16,872 ▲ 1.8%Active listings

5.0%Gross rent yield

Investor note: We publish 1 local wholesaling guide for Kansas, listed below. Meanwhile, the median price is down 1.3% from a year earlier. As a result, absentee owners are worth a direct mail campaign.

In addition, the Zillow Home Value Index for Kansas is $249,603 (up 3.8% over the year) as of August 2026.

Max offer when the ARV equals the median price$295,000 × 70% − $24,000 repairs = $182,500 max offer

Local guides: Wholesale Real Estate Wichita Kansas
Also see the full Kansas market report on Realtor.com →Then view Kansas homes on Zillow →

Louisiana1 local guide$275,000Flip & wholesale

Louisiana (LA) market snapshot

$275,000 ▼ 1.8%Median listing price

$152Price per sq ft

77 days ▲ 13.2%Days on market

$1,600 ▼ 5.9%Median rent

38,082 ▼ 3%Active listings

7.0%Gross rent yield

Investor note: We publish 1 local wholesaling guide for Louisiana, listed below. Meanwhile, the median price is down 1.8% from a year earlier. Therefore, tired landlords may welcome a quick cash offer.

In addition, the Zillow Home Value Index for Louisiana is $217,039 (up 2.1% over the year) as of August 2026.

Max offer when the ARV equals the median price$275,000 × 70% − $22,000 repairs = $170,500 max offer

Local guides: Wholesale Real Estate New Orleans, Louisiana
Also see the full Louisiana market report on Realtor.com →Then view Louisiana homes on Zillow →

South Dakota1 local guide$375,000Wholesale

South Dakota () market snapshot

$375,000 ▼ 2.2%Median listing price

$204Price per sq ft

57 days ▲ 3.6%Days on market

$1,250 ▲ 6.7%Median rent

9,317 ▲ 6.3%Active listings

4.0%Gross rent yield

Investor note: We publish 1 local wholesaling guide for South Dakota, listed below. Meanwhile, the median price is down 2.2% from a year earlier, and inventory is up 6.3%. For this reason, check code-violation records for distressed homes.

In addition, the Zillow Home Value Index for South Dakota is $321,574 (up 2.5% over the year) as of August 2026.

Max offer when the ARV equals the median price$375,000 × 70% − $30,000 repairs = $232,500 max offer

Local guides: Minnehaha County
Also see the full South Dakota market report on Realtor.com →Then view South Dakota homes on Zillow →

West Virginia1 local guide$259,900Flip & wholesale

West Virginia () market snapshot

$259,900 ▼ 1.2%Median listing price

$146Price per sq ft

57 days ▲ 12.8%Days on market

$1,297 ▲ 8.1%Median rent

10,614 ▲ 2.5%Active listings

6.0%Gross rent yield

Investor note: We publish 1 local wholesaling guide for West Virginia, listed below. Entry prices here are the lowest in this list, so it suits first deals. Meanwhile, the median price is down 1.2% from a year earlier. Because of this, focus on deep discounts from off-market sellers.

In addition, the Zillow Home Value Index for West Virginia is $179,496 (up 3.1% over the year) as of August 2026.

Max offer when the ARV equals the median price$259,900 × 70% − $21,000 repairs = $160,930 max offer

Local guides: Kanawha County
Also see the full West Virginia market report on Realtor.com →Then view West Virginia homes on Zillow →

Market data: Realtor.com, October 2026, and Zillow Home Value Index, August 2026. Also, gross rent yield is 12 months of median rent divided by the median listing price; the max offer assumes repairs of 8% of the median price.

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Cash buyers

How do you build a buyers list for wholesale houses?

Build your buyers list before you sign your first contract. Your best buyers are cash buyers who can close quickly, such as flippers, landlords, and small builders.

First of all, attend local real estate investor meetups.
Also, review recent cash sales in county records to find active buyers.
Then connect with title companies, hard money lenders, and property managers.
Finally, ask every buyer for their buy box: areas, price range, and rehab level.

Contracts

Is assigning a real estate contract legal?

Assigning a contract means transferring your rights as the buyer under a purchase agreement to another investor. It is legal in most states. However, some states, such as Illinois, Oklahoma, and Pennsylvania, now regulate wholesaling with license or disclosure rules, so have a local real estate attorney review your contracts before you start.

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FAQ

Wholesaling for profit questions

Is wholesaling real estate profitable?

Yes, it can be, when you buy far enough below value. However, your marketing costs come out of your fee, so profit depends on lead quality and volume.

How much does a wholesaler make per deal?

Assignment fees often range from a few thousand dollars to 10% or more of the price. For instance, 3% of the U.S. median of $419,250 is about $13,000.

How much money do you need to start wholesaling?

Usually, you need only enough for marketing and an earnest money deposit, because your buyer funds the purchase. In addition, ForeclosuresDaily.com leads cover all 50 states.

How fast do you get paid on a wholesale deal?

Most assignment fees are paid at closing, often two to four weeks after you sign. However, the timeline depends on title work and your buyer’s funds.

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